Can citrus trees be transplanted in winter? How to improve the survival rate of citrus trees after transplanting

Citrus is a common fruit that grows on citrus trees. Citrus trees are usually planted in spring from February to March. If there is no frost damage in winter, they can also be planted in autumn. In order to facilitate the cultivation and management of plants, transplanting is sometimes required. So can citrus trees be transplanted in winter? How to improve the survival rate?

Can citrus trees be transplanted in winter?

It is best to transplant citrus trees in spring. The temperature in spring is on the rise, and the root growth of the tree enters a period of vigorous growth. Transplanting citrus in March is the best time. In this period of time before and after transplanting citrus trees, fruit farmers also need to do things such as soil, fertilizer, water, pruning branches and leaves, and root protection to increase the survival rate of citrus.

When choosing seedlings, they must be strong and have lush leaves and a well-developed root system. Transplanting with soil can reduce unnecessary root damage or reduce root damage. Spring is the peak period for citrus root growth, which is conducive to improving the survival rate and entering the high-yield period early.

How to improve the survival rate of citrus trees after transplanting

Carefully select seedlings, pick out seedlings infected with diseases or suspected of diseases for centralized treatment, use appropriate disinfectants for disinfection. If poor grafting is found, planting should be abandoned to avoid more time, energy and manual remediation later.

Apply enough base fertilizer. Fertilize the citrus seedlings appropriately to avoid stunted seedlings. Choose the planting method according to the terrain. Make a planting pit 15-20cm deep, put 5-25kg of decomposed organic fertilizer and 0.5-1kg of calcium magnesium phosphate fertilizer in each pit, mix well, cover with soil, and then plant the seedlings.

Before planting, prune the plants, trim the leaves, trim the roots and apply mud to reduce small evaporation. Crush the soil in the planting hole and fill it with fine fertilizer soil to 1/2 inch. Lift the plant lightly with your hands to allow the roots to stretch, step on it firmly, and then fill it up. Build a village tray with a diameter of 0.7 to 1 meter around the plant, water it thoroughly to help it take roots, fix the plant with a bracket, and add trace element fertilizer and rooting agent to the rooting water to increase the survival rate.

Also pay attention to improper use of herbicides, which will affect plant growth.

What to pay attention to when transplanting citrus trees

1. Seedling transplanting is generally done on cloudy or rainy days to avoid direct sunlight. The temperature should not be too hot and the soil for transplanting should be kept moist.

2. Loosen the soil before transplanting the seedlings to ensure that the soil is fertile.

3. When transplanting large citrus saplings, be careful not to transplant the entire crown, and be careful not to scratch the bark, branches, etc.

4. Pay attention to protecting the roots of the transplanted citrus seedlings and do not let them be damaged.

5. After transplanting, pay attention to nutrient supply, apply fertilizer in appropriate amounts, irrigate at the right time, weed frequently and prevent pests.

Do I need to bring soil with me when transplanting citrus?

To increase the survival rate, the tree must be transplanted with soil. Dig a circular soil ball around the citrus tree. The diameter of the root ball is determined according to the size of the tree. The diameter of the ball for a high-yield tree is about 80 cm. Cut off the main root and lateral roots outside the ball. After the ball is dug, tie it with straw rope to prevent it from loosening.

To ensure the survival rate, it is recommended to transplant the tree in time after it is removed. After cutting off the roots of the citrus tree and pruning it, transplant it into the planting hole, backfill the soil and compact it, irrigate it with enough rooting water, and fix the tree with a wooden stick. If conditions permit, cover the tree crown with grass to keep it warm and moist.