Can Podocarpus be transplanted in winter? When is the best time to transplant it?

Can Podocarpus be transplanted in winter?

Podocarpus can be transplanted in winter, the temperature must be above 5 degrees. If the ambient temperature is below 5 degrees, the plant is easily affected by frost. It is best to transplant Podocarpus seedlings in spring from March to April each year, and transplant large seedlings one month before Qingming Festival. In order to reduce water loss, it is best to do it in the morning or evening when the temperature is lower.

Winter transplanting method of Podocarpus

1. Bare roots: When transporting Podocarpus carp from other places, the soil at the roots must be removed. In addition, wild Podocarpus carp is generally unlikely to carry much soil, and mud cannot be dug out like other trees. In fact, bare-root Podocarpus carp is easy to disinfect.

2. Disinfection and sterilization: The wound should be disinfected before planting Podocarpus. If conditions permit, the root should be soaked in disinfectant for 15-20 minutes, then placed in a well-ventilated environment and dried for later use.

3. Transplanting method: Prepare loose and breathable soil, then transplant the Podocarpus seedlings into the soil and compact the surrounding soil. You can use drugs that promote root growth to promote growth.

Matters Needing Attention in Transplanting Podocarpus

1. Sunlight: After Podocarpus is transplanted, its roots need a certain amount of time to adapt to the new soil. At this time, it is best to place the plant in a diffuse light environment for maintenance. When planted in the ground, you can build a sunshade for it to help the Podocarpus resume its growth.

2. Watering: It is best not to water the Podocarpus immediately after transplanting. At this time, the roots of the plant are relatively weak and it is difficult to absorb water, which makes it easy for water to accumulate and cause root rot. You can water it 3 days after transplanting until it is half-permeable.

3. Fertilization: Apply dilute nitrogen fertilizer to Podocarpus one week after transplanting to avoid malnutrition of the plant. During the maintenance period, the environment should be kept ventilated. The dense branches and leaves can be thinned out on sunny afternoons to enhance the internal ventilation and light transmission.