When is the best time to plant trees?

There are many types of trees, and different tree species have different growth cycles and adaptability. Due to differences in climate in different regions, the time for planting trees is also different. So when is the best time to plant trees? Let’s take a look with the editor below.

1. When is the best time to plant trees?

1. Planting trees in spring

Spring tree planting usually takes place around the Qingming Festival, which is around April 5th every year. In addition, around March 12, Arbor Day, is also an important time for planting trees. The climate is mild and the rainfall is abundant at this time, which is conducive to the growth of trees. As temperatures rise and light conditions improve, trees' root systems are able to develop better, increasing survival rates. At this time, the trees are still in a dormant period, and the water evaporates relatively slowly after planting, which is conducive to the survival of the seedlings.

2. Planting trees in autumn

The time for planting trees in autumn is generally from the time when the trees shed their leaves to the time before the beginning of winter, that is, from the "Autumnal Equinox" in late September to more than a month before the "Beginning of Winter" in early November. At this time, the trees begin to enter a dormant period, their physiological metabolism is weaker, and they consume less nutrients. The climatic conditions in autumn are conducive to trees adapting to lower temperatures and surviving easily, laying a good foundation for next year's growth.

2. How to improve the survival rate of tree planting?

1. Choose strong seedlings of appropriate age

Choose strong seedlings with well-developed root systems, thick ground diameters, no mechanical damage, and full terminal buds. The seedlings are generally 1 to 4 years old. Such seedlings have strong vitality and can easily adapt to new environments.

2. Reasonable digging and planting

The hole you dig should be slightly larger than the root ball of the sapling. It is recommended that the hole be twice as large as the root ball. If the soil around the tree hole is very hard, the volume of the tree hole should be larger. When planting, keep the roots of the seedlings stretched out and in close contact with the soil. For large-sized seedlings, special attention should be paid to maintaining their original orientation to avoid sunburn.

3. Reasonable fertilization

Apply fertilizer reasonably according to the needs of seedlings and soil conditions. For bare-root seedlings, fertilizer should be applied to the bottom of the hole, covered with some topsoil, and then planted. For seedlings with soil balls, the fertile soil can be fully stirred so that the plants can absorb nutrients in time.

The above is an introduction to when is the best time to plant trees. When planting trees, you should choose suitable tree species based on local climate conditions and soil environment. After planting, you should strengthen maintenance work such as watering and fertilizing to ensure the healthy growth of trees.