When is the best time to transplant apricot trees?

When transplanting apricot trees, be careful not to dig up the roots of the trees. Try to keep as many roots as possible. In addition, dig a tree hole in advance and apply organic fertilizer before transplanting. If the tree hole is smaller, no fertilizer is needed.

Apricot tree transplanting time

The best time to transplant apricot trees is in early spring, around mid-March. You can also choose to transplant them after the autumn frost. However, the survival rate of apricot trees transplanted in March is relatively high. It should also be noted that apricot trees must not be transplanted during the freezing period, as it will not only affect their recovery, but may also greatly hinder their later growth.

Apricot tree transplanting method

The method of transplanting apricot trees is relatively simple. When transplanting, prune to maintain a suitable root-crown ratio and improve the survival rate. Dig a large tree hole in advance, apply an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer, and leave as many roots as possible when digging the tree. Water thoroughly after planting, and water again after 7 days. Also, set up pillars to prevent tilting.

Management of apricot trees after transplanting

1. After transplanting, water thoroughly once, then apply well-rotted organic fertilizer, dig planting trenches, hook up ridges, and then plant the apricot seedlings on the ridges, with the spacing between rows controlled at about one meter. 2. After transplanting the apricot trees, pay attention to fertilizing. When the new shoots of the apricot trees grow to about 15 cm, quick-acting fertilizers should be applied. Underground topdressing and foliar spraying should be carried out alternately.