Which month is the best to dig elm trees in the wild? How to plant the elm trees dug in the wild?

1. Which month to dig

It is generally better to harvest wild elm trees in winter and spring, i.e. in March and April. At this time, the elm tree enters a dormant period, and the survival rate will increase if the tree stumps are dug and planted. In addition, it is best to dig up tree stumps on cloudy days or when it is drizzling, which can avoid excessive consumption of water and is conducive to the survival of the tree stumps. If the tree is harvested in sunny weather, it is necessary to take measures to provide shade and moisturize the tree in advance to prevent the branches and leaves from evaporating a large amount of water, which will make it difficult for the tree stump to survive.

2. How to plant

1. Pruning: Prune the roots and branches before planting, and remove dead roots, diseased roots, and overly messy roots. When pruning the roots, sticky sap may flow out. If the sap is oozing too much, you can seal the cut with wax, or apply a layer of erythromycin ointment and then sprinkle with fine sand to let it heal.

2. Cultivating the stumps: The elm stumps dug from the wild should be planted in river sand or in pots to improve their survival rate. Be careful not to spray or soak it in water immediately, otherwise it will cause excessive humidity in the roots or trunk, making it difficult for the wound to heal, seriously affecting the survival rate of the elm tree.

3. Soil: Sand or sandy soil can be used as the culture medium, and the medium must be kept moisturized.

4. Light: Shade measures need to be taken in the first year of planting. Especially in summer, avoid direct sunlight and overexposure. As the temperature turns cooler in autumn, the plants can receive appropriate light.

5. Watering: Do not water the plants after planting, just take measures to keep them moist and warm. After about 3-5 days, you can water it to allow it to take root.