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Transplanting hydrangeas in the fall to another place is considered a responsible event. Therefore, without first studying the nuances of the procedure, it is not worth starting it. The difficulty lies in the fact that adult bushes do not always tolerate transplantation well. Even if up to this point they developed perfectly and seemed absolutely healthy and unpretentious. Gardeners recommend repotting relatively young plants, as they are easier to adapt to change. However, the strict implementation of the rules of transplantation will allow you to easily change the place of growth, even with respect to an adult perennial.
Hydrangea is very effective with the right choice of landing site.
Is it possible to transplant hydrangea in the fall
Experienced gardeners recommend appointing a transplant for the fall. Hydrangea should not be disturbed during the flowering period. At this time, the plant is very vulnerable, any mistake can lead to its death. In the spring, the process of preparing the bush for flowering begins, so it is better to replant the flower in late spring or early autumn.
It is necessary to transfer the perennial in the spring before the buds open, but in early spring the ground may be poorly thawed. Therefore, the autumn procedure is preferable. The flowering of the bush ends at the end of summer, it will be easier for him to adapt to a new place. It is recommended to transplant hydrangeas in September. In summer, it is better not to touch the flower. He will drop buds and inflorescences, and the next season he will completely refuse to please the owner with his splendor.
Why you need to transplant hydrangea
The plant grows every year, this is a natural biological process. After a few years, the bush begins to experience a lack of nutrition and light. As a result, the flowers shrink, the hydrangea becomes more faded. This usually happens after 5-10 years, depending on the plant variety. He needs a transplant. Sometimes there are other reasons unrelated to the development of the bush. For example, it is necessary to make room for other purposes, or the hydrangea did not fit into the intended composition.
You always want to keep such beauty on the site, so you need to replant the plant on time
Terms of hydrangea transplant in the fall
Autumn is chosen by gardeners as the best time for the procedure. It is recommended to transplant the hydrangea in October to give the bush time to take root. In addition, he will not have time to grow new shoots that freeze during the first frost. Timings vary slightly by region. In the Middle lane, the optimal time is the end of August or the beginning of September, in the south – mid-October. The easiest way is to focus on the timing of the initial planting of the plant.
Where winter comes early and suddenly, it’s not worth the risk. It is better to postpone the procedure for spring time, especially for certain species. For example, transplanting a large-leaved hydrangea in the fall is not recommended.
How to transplant hydrangea in the fall to another place
The most important conditions are the preliminary preparation of the plant and a new place for it. At the same time, it is important to choose the right place. Hydrangea is not very happy about frequent transplants, so the bush should grow in one place for at least 5 years. During this time, it will definitely grow. If you plan to plant several plants, then you should carefully determine the distance between them so that in the future they do not interfere with each other.
All points for transplanting a bush must be performed carefully
Selection and preparation of the landing site
For a plant, several factors play a role:
- A place. Hydrangeas need to receive direct sunlight before lunch, and then be in the shade. To deprive the plant of light all day means to reduce the abundance of flowering. This is especially true of paniculate hydrangea, large-leaved hydrangea withstands partial shade well. The bush still requires reliable protection from drafts or direct wind. The best solution would be to plant a plant near a fence or a fence, in the background of a composition or an alpine slide. You should not place bushes close to garden paths, you should maintain a distance of at least 1 m.
- The soil. If there is loam in the area, this is good. It is even better when the reaction of the soil is acidic or neutral. Hydrangea is not recommended to be planted in black soil, lime or manure-humus soil. Such land must be acidified using natural components – shavings, bark, leaf humus. They are brought in when digging.
With a slightly alkaline reaction, the buds become pink in color. If sour, they turn blue. A neutral reaction stimulates the appearance of white or cream inflorescences.
Having fulfilled these simple conditions, you can be sure of the correct choice of a place on the site for your favorite hydrangea.
Preparing hydrangeas for transplanting
Before starting the procedure, the plant must be prepared. This will help him to transfer the whole process more easily. An annular hole should be dug in advance at a distance of 35-40 cm from the trunk. The width and depth of the furrow is 25 cm, it is easiest to measure the values uXNUMXbuXNUMXbwith a shovel bayonet. Fill the trench with matured compost and moisten periodically. When the perennial puts lateral roots into the compost, you can start transplanting:
- Tie the branches with a rope so that they do not interfere with the procedure.
- Dig the bush along the outer edge of the annular furrow.
- Carefully remove from the ground along with new roots, being careful not to damage them.
If it is decided to transplant a tree-like hydrangea in the fall, then it is first necessary to remove all faded inflorescences from it.
The gardener needs to balance the parts of the plant so that the rooting process goes quickly.
While the process of root growth is taking place, you can prepare a planting hole. Gardeners recommend doing this 2 weeks before transplanting.
Rules for transplanting hydrangeas in the fall
First of all, you need to prepare a landing hole. It should be in the form of a cube with sides of 50 cm. When transplanting several bushes, the distance between them should be at least 1 m. The day before the start of the event, spill the pit with water and wait until the moisture is completely absorbed. Then pour soil for hydrangeas on the bottom with a layer 20 cm thick. Its composition includes certain components taken in equal parts:
- leafy earth;
- coniferous land;
- high peat;
- sand;
- humus.
Mix the whole composition, lay a layer on the bottom of the landing pit. Add potassium sulfate and superphosphate to the prepared mixture (1 tablespoon each). It is impossible to make ash, dolomite flour or lime. They will deoxidize the soil, but this is not necessary for hydrangeas.
Pit preparation should be done in advance
Install the bush, being careful not to damage the clod of earth. Add the required amount of soil on top and sides. Do not bury the root neck, it should remain at ground level.
After finishing work, water the hydrangea well and mulch with sawdust or conifer bark with a layer of at least 5 cm.
Shade the plant a little for 2 weeks. Suitable spunbond, gauze frame.
To make the process clearer, you should watch the video:
In order for the transplanted hydrangea bush to grow well, you need to cut off all the inflorescences next spring.
How to feed hydrangea in the fall after transplantation
After transplantation, the plant will need a complex of potassium and phosphorus. Nitrogen top dressing in the fall is not needed. You can purchase a special fertilizer for hydrangeas and apply it according to the instructions. The second option is to feed the bush with superphosphate mixed with potassium sulfate. Additionally, treat the perennial with Bordeaux mixture (1%) to protect against pests and diseases.
Care after landing
In order for the hydrangea to take root and develop well, at first it is necessary to carefully monitor the soil moisture. Regular watering is needed, in the first 2 weeks, growth and root formation stimulants (Epin, Heteroauxin) can be added to the water. At the same time, it is important to avoid overflow. Regular loosening of the soil will help maintain the required degree of moisture.
Top dressing is carried out once a week, after landing in a new place. A potassium-phosphorus complex is required, it is best to take a ready-made mineral fertilizer for hydrangeas.
Pruning the plant is not required if it is properly shortened during transplantation.
If paniculate hydrangea was transplanted in the fall, then you need to prepare the bush for wintering. To do this, in the southern regions, it is enough to remove all the leaves and spud the trunk. For colder regions, additional shelter will be needed so that the bush can easily endure frosts. Cover a small plant with peat, then cover with foil. Tie a taller bush, tilt it to the ground, tie it to boards that are laid on the ground. Throw hydrangea with sawdust or spruce branches, lay lutrasil or spunbond on top.
Properly made shelter will allow the plant to survive even severe frosts.
Conclusion
Transplanting hydrangeas in the fall to another place can be done at no particular cost to the gardener. It is important to follow the recommendations of experts, as well as use the advice of experienced amateur gardeners of this type of plant.