How to transplant a tree: when and how

How to transplant a tree: an introduction

Many gardeners know that it is best to replant trees in late fall or early spring. But it is the autumn transplant that succeeds best of all, since during the winter period the roots of the trees will have the opportunity to gain new strength, to take root in a new place. But there are times when an autumn transplant is not suitable for a tree. How to transplant a tree: this is what will be discussed, and you will also learn what you need to do so that the seedlings take root with 100% probability.

How to transplant a tree: helping seedlings during transplanting

There are important conditions that must be observed when transplanting a tree.

· Moisture of the soil. Be sure to observe 70-80% soil moisture around the roots of the seedlings. This means that 70-80% of the air pore will be filled with water. To find out what level of humidity you have in your area, you need to purchase a special device - a humidity meter. Moist soil is especially important the first time after replanting the tree.

· Temperature. In order for the roots to be healthy and to develop actively, the temperature regime should be from +4 to +28 degrees. The best temperature regime for root development is the range from +10 to +20 degrees.

· Biological dormancy. Biological dormancy is usually called the period when the leaves have already fallen and before the appearance of the first spring buds. During this period, the sap flow stops in the seedlings. It is for this reason that if you transplant a tree, then it will not lose its strength and energy. That is why the trees should be dug up during such a period so as not to harm the tree even more.

· Keep in mind that you should not delay with the fact that after you dig up the tree, it needs to be transplanted to a new place as quickly as possible. This will help the tree to settle down much better and without consequences in a new place.

· It is best to replant trees before 3 years of age. This is due to the fact that the young tree recovers faster and better after transplanting, the roots quickly get used to the new soil.

We transplant trees in the fall

What are the reasons "for" the autumn transplant. The fact is that it is in the autumn period that the soil moisture is able to be maintained by itself. After transplanting a tree, the tree does not need watering for about 3-4 months. Unlike transplanting in the spring. In the spring you will need to provide watering for the tree. With a lack of watering, the roots will not be able to cope with the tasks assigned to them and the tree will develop more slowly and may begin to dry out. Also, a plus in favor of an autumn transplant is that the soil accumulates summer heat in itself during the summer period, and when the temperature outside is about 5 degrees Celsius, at the depth of the soil the temperature can reach +10 degrees, which also has a positive effect on the development of the root system. Also, seedlings planted in the fall will begin to prepare for the summer to reap the harvest. But spring seedlings will need to devote all their strength to the development and strengthening of the root system. Therefore, you should not wait for the fruits. You can replant the tree when the last leaves fall from the tree until the onset of the first winter frost.

Why you shouldn't carry out an autumn transplant

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The fact is that autumn tree transplantation is simply contraindicated for two regions.

· Regions with very severe winters, the soil freezes 50-60 cm deep.In such winters, a young seedling may simply freeze out. Therefore, in such regions, the transplant should be carried out in the spring, after the snow has thawed. And the root system will be able to prepare for the harsh winter weather conditions.

· Conversely, the extreme southern regions. There is no rain in them. Therefore, the soil can dry out. Therefore, for such regions, the transplant can be carried out at the beginning of the winter period.

How to replant large trees

If you want to transplant a very large tree, then transplant it should only be carried out with a lot of soil. The size of the clod of earth that must be dug up with the tree depends on the size of the tree itself and its age. In order to retain moisture, the dug out lump of earth is best wrapped in plastic and tied tightly to prevent the earth and small roots from falling off.