When is the best time to transplant kiwi seedlings?

There is no fixed time for transplanting kiwi seedlings, and the planting row spacing also needs to be determined based on many factors such as variety, soil, terrain, altitude, etc. Note that if you are in the north, you must wait until the soil thaws before transplanting.

Kiwifruit seedling transplanting time

There is no fixed time for transplanting kiwi seedlings. It is generally determined according to the local climate and environment. It can be carried out according to the early or late fall of leaves, and most of the time it is carried out within one month before the fall of leaves.

Kiwifruit seedling transplanting method

1. Choose high-quality seedlings

The quality of kiwi seedlings is an important factor affecting the survival rate. Generally, plants with strong growth, well-developed root systems and no diseases or insect pests should be selected for transplanting, and unqualified weak seedlings should be removed.

2. Transplant

Place the seedlings in the prepared planting hole, then flatten and stretch the roots, then cover with a thin layer of fine soil, water enough to allow the roots to take root, then cover with another layer of soil, and finally cover the topsoil of the plant with straw or thatch.

Management of kiwi seedlings after transplanting

After transplanting the kiwifruit seedlings, you can rake the surrounding soil into a shallow pot shape with the plant as the center, and then cover it with a layer of plastic film. This has the effect of increasing ground temperature, resisting drought and retaining moisture. Water it once 10 days and 20 days after planting, which can promote the recovery of root growth.