How to plant plum seedlings

1. Selecting saplings

In order to ensure the survival of plum blossoms, it is appropriate to choose seedlings that grow vigorously. Generally, the survival rate of 1-2 year old seedlings is very high. If they are more than 3 years old, they need to be planted with soil balls on the roots, otherwise it will be difficult to keep them alive.

2. Soil Preparation

Plum blossoms grow well in soft and fertile soil. You can add a certain amount of humus and mountain mud to the garden soil to improve the acidity and alkalinity of the soil. You can also add a little sand to increase the soil's drainage capacity. If it is a potted plant, you can put broken tiles at the bottom of the pot to enhance ventilation and drainage.

3. Planting

Dig a hole in the selected place. If you are planting seedlings, the hole should not be too deep. Place the sapling upright in the hole and fill it back with soil. When filling the soil, press it appropriately to ensure close contact between the soil and the roots. After filling the soil, lift it appropriately and then water it thoroughly.

4. Subsequent maintenance

After planting, water and fertilize appropriately. Do not water too much to avoid root flooding. Fertilize three times a year. Fertilize before winter to improve cold resistance, fertilize after new shoots stop growing to promote flower bud differentiation, and fertilize before flowering to promote flowering. In addition, appropriate pruning is required to control the height of the plant, and overly dense branches should be cut off to increase internal light.