Pine in autumn: planting, transplanting
Conifers not only decorate the garden area, but also purify the air from harmful impurities. They are not demanding on the composition of the soil. In order for the tree to develop, it is important to replant it correctly.
Weymouth, Crimean and black pine are best suited for cultivation. These varieties are more resistant and take root quickly. You should buy seedlings in the store. There they are pre-prepared for planting. Seedlings dug up independently in the forest die within 15 minutes of being in the air.
Pine in autumn is grown by seed or seedlings
Whether the pine will take root in the fall depends on the variety. Some varieties are less resistant to cold weather, so they need to be planted in the spring. Scots pine and mugus are not suitable for autumn plantings. It is better to plant a tree in the first autumn months. Then it will have time to take root and get stronger. This will allow him to successfully endure the winter. When planting, it is important to properly prepare the place:
- The soil should be loose – sandy or sandy loam. Fertility is not important.
- The landing site should be on a slope. The sunny side is best. With a lack of light, the crown develops poorly.
- The pit is prepared in advance – drainage is installed at the bottom with a layer of at least 20 cm. Manure and soil are placed on top. The pit is 1 m deep.
Pine does not tolerate stagnant moisture, so it is recommended to use crushed stone as drainage. The roots should not come into contact with the top dressing. This can cause them to burn. The distance between the pits is about 3 m.
Transplanting a pine tree in autumn
Young seedlings with a sufficiently developed root system survive the transplant best. The optimal age for replanting pine is 3-5 years. It is important not to damage the root when digging up. The plant has a tap root system, so it needs to be dug around.
It is better to replant a pine tree with a lump of native land. Once in the planting hole, she will help the tree take root.
The seedling is lowered into the hole and buried a little. The earth must be tamped. This will prevent root exposure when the soil settles. Moderate weekly watering is required after transplanting. After a while, green shoots should form on the pine. This signals that it has taken root. After rooting, watering can be made less frequent. With the onset of frost, it is stopped.
For planting pine trees, it is best to use seedlings. Seeds obtained from cones grow slowly and do not always take root.