what happens when you leave your farm for 2mths, central portugal crime

Summary

In this video, two individuals excitedly explore a local market in Castello Branco, Portugal, where they purchase various fruit trees, including a fig, blood orange, and lemon tree. They discuss the process of planting these trees on their farm, considering factors like water drainage and sunlight. Along the way, they encounter unexpected challenges like digging in wet soil and managing pests, all while sharing their enthusiasm for farming. With a lighthearted and informal tone, the video captures their learning experience as they embark on their journey to cultivate a fruitful farm.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker and their companion are planting fruit trees on a farm in Castello Branco, Portugal.
• 😀 They visited a local market where they purchased several trees, including a fig, blood orange, and lemon tree.
• 😀 There were no clear price tags on the trees, so they had to ask for prices, which were around 7€ per tree.
• 😀 They planted the first tree (a fig tree) in a location that may have water drainage issues, but they're hopeful about its growth.
• 😀 The farm has a well, which could be influencing the water level in the soil, but the drainage around the trees will be crucial for their survival.
• 😀 They are learning how to plant trees properly, referring to guides for specific planting techniques, like creating a cone of earth around the roots.
• 😀 The speaker expresses excitement about their farm's olive trees, noting they have olives on them this year.
• 😀 There's a lot of enthusiasm about the potential for the fruit trees to grow, even though they don't know much about farming.
• 😀 The weather in Portugal is currently mild (26°C in November), which they believe will benefit the tree planting.
• 😀 They are planning to water the newly planted trees frequently, aiming for two gallons of water twice a week for the first year.
• 😀 The experience of buying and planting the trees is described as fun and experimental, with a sense of learning by doing.

Q & A

What kind of trees were bought at the market?

The trees bought at the market include a fig tree, a blood orange tree, and a lemon tree.

How much did each tree cost?

Each tree cost €7.

Why was the location of the trees important for planting?

The location of the trees was important because it needed to be well-drained, sunny, and away from other trees that might shade them, especially the fig tree.

What are the challenges faced in planting the trees?

The challenges included dealing with a water drainage channel on the land, the high winds that were causing some trees to fall over, and the overgrown vegetation that made digging difficult.

How did the land's water levels impact the tree planting?

The land had a high water table, which led to water seeping through the land and possibly affecting the drainage. The proximity of the well suggested that the soil could hold a lot of water.

What advice did they receive from locals about the land?

The locals advised that the land was good for farming, specifically mentioning that the soil was suitable for growing trees.

How were the trees watered after planting?

The trees were watered twice a week, with two gallons of water per tree, for the first year. The hope was that they would get enough rain to supplement this watering.

What did the individuals in the video do to prepare the planting holes for the trees?

They dug holes for the trees, added compost to the bottom, and ensured the trees were planted at the correct height with proper root placement. For the blood orange tree, they created a small mound of earth around the roots.

What tree was planted first, and why?

The fig tree was planted first because it was believed to require more sun, and they needed to place it in an area with better sunlight exposure.

What humorous moments were shared during the tree planting?

The conversation included lighthearted moments about the 'rustling' sounds they heard, their clumsy attempts at digging, and their excitement over purchasing the trees, especially since they were new to buying trees at a market.