How to Germinate Beeches
- 1). Fill a small pot with a mixture of equal parts compost and sharp sand.
- 2). Place a beech nut in the container at a depth 1 1/2 times the height of the nut.
- 3). Pack down the compost and sand mixture with your hands.
- 4). Cover the pot with small-gauge chicken wire.
- 5). Place the pot outdoors in a shady area. Bring the pot inside during harsh weather conditions.
- 6). Water the plant when it sprouts if the compost becomes too dry. Place the pot under cover during strong storms.