When is the best time to transplant orange trees (Orange sapling transplanting time and method)

Citrus is a kind of fruit that is very popular with consumers. The citrus industry has been expanding over the years. In the process of citrus planting and management, the transplanting of seedlings is a critical link. Many people have a low survival rate due to improper transplanting methods.

When is the best time to plant orange saplings?

The time for citrus transplanting is mainly in spring and autumn . Transplanting with soil can be carried out in spring, summer and autumn without damaging the roots.

Generally, the most suitable time is around October . Compared with spring planting, autumn planting has sufficient sunlight, the root wounds are easy to heal, new roots grow faster, there is no obvious slow seedling period, growth can be resumed quickly, and the survival rate is also higher.

How to transplant orange trees

1. Prepare the soil

Before transplanting, you need to prepare loose, porous soil with good drainage and air permeability, basic fertility, and a slightly acidic soil . When digging it out from the original soil, you need to protect the root system and not lose too many roots. It is best to let the old soil at the roots form a ball.

2. Transplant

On the prepared soil, dig a hole of appropriate size according to the size of the plant, spread fertilizer on the bottom, then cover it with a layer of soil, plant the plant and fill the soil and compact it. Be careful that the roots of the plant cannot touch the fertilizer.

Management of orange trees after transplanting

After transplanting , water should be applied in time, water thoroughly , and ensure that the soil and soil are completely moist to avoid the phenomenon of half-dry and half-wet, which is not conducive to the growth of the plant. However, it is also necessary to pay attention not to leave stagnant water, water moderately, and do not apply topdressing before planting.