How to Grow Orange Trees in Paper
Growing orange trees in paper is a simple but very effective way of growing orange trees. It is actually a way to start the seeds as the tree is not actually grown in paper. This is a way to take ordinary orange seeds from the fruit you eat and get them to grow into orange trees. It is a great project for kids or grandkids to try. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Fold a paper towel in half, then in half again, and in half one more time. This will leave you with a paper towel that has been folded into eighths. It will provide a nice cushion of moisture for the seed to stay moist on.
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Dampen the paper towel by dripping water on it and letting the water spread until the whole wad is damp. Do not add so much water that it becomes drippy. If you do inadvertently, squeeze the excess water out.
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Lift one of the flaps and insert your orange seeds so they are nestled deep into the corner of the folded paper towel. This will make sure that they are wrapped in moisture the whole time they are covered in the paper.
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Place the folded paper towel in a plastic baggie and close it by folding the flap over the end. A regular Ziploc baggie would seal in the moisture and might contribute to mold, so a little air circulation is good.
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Find a warm spot where the seeds can germinate for the next two weeks. It needs to stay around 70 degrees for the seeds to sprout. A sunny window or a spot on top of your refrigerator might work, or any other warm spots in your home. They do not need any light.
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Check the seed baggie for moisture levels every few days and then for sprouting after about 10 days. Once the seeds have sprouted, transfer them carefully to a regular container filled with potting soil. Keep the seedling in damp soil and in a warm and sunny spot until you can move it outside.
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Tips & Warnings
Try a paper coffee filter instead of a paper towel.
Resources
- Photo Credit http://www.addo-goodhope.co.za/pics/big/orangetree.jpg
