When to plant cedar seeds
This article provides an overview of when to plant cedar seeds, as well as knowledge about cedar planting timing and precautions. Keep reading for more details!
Cedar is one of the famous ornamental trees for gardens. It has strong dust-proof, noise-reduction, and disinfection capabilities, and is also suitable for greening in industrial and mining enterprises. With its tall trunk and beautiful shape, it is suitable for solitary planting in the center of lawns, front courtyards of buildings, and the center of squares. The large branches near the ground of its trunk spread out horizontally and do not wither for years, forming a lush and majestic canopy. Additionally, planting them on both sides of roads creates a spectacular alley. However, planting cedar requires some expertise. Below, the editor provides a detailed introduction to the planting methods of cedar, hoping to be of help to everyone.
I. Planting Season
Autumn and spring are the most suitable seasons, while early summer and winter are also possible. However, planting in winter should be done cautiously in northern regions. Generally, it is more appropriate to transplant after the young branches of cedar have lignified.
II. Choosing the Planting Location
Before digging, choose a good planting location for the large tree, preferably in a wind-sheltered, sunny area. If the site conditions are poor, the soil should be improved first.
III. Excavation and Transportation of Cedars
1. Excavation Specifications: The soil ball needs to be large enough; a small one can cause excessive damage to the cedar's root system, affecting its survival rate, while an overly large one can increase the cost of digging and transportation. For a 3-meter cedar, a 45-cm soil ball is sufficient, and even a 40-cm soil ball can meet the requirements in early spring.
2. Tree Digger and Packaging: If there are no diseased branches and no need for pruning, the tree should be carefully tied to avoid damage to the lower branches during digging. Care should be taken not to disperse the soil ball when digging, as dispersed cedars are difficult to survive.
3. Transportation: Use a crane, and when transporting, make sure not to damage the tree. Pay attention to light loading, gentle placing, prevent root and branch breakage, and soil loss from the roots, as well as damage from overhead wires, buildings, and other objects.
IV. Planting Cedars
The planting pit should be more than 40% larger than the size of the soil ball to facilitate unloading. When unloading, be gentle, and after planting, fill the soil in layers, with each layer no more than 30 cm thick, and compact it well. Be careful, as cedars have shallow roots and should not be planted too deep, as this affects growth.
After planting, make a soil ridge around the trunk for watering purposes and install stakes to support the trunk. Since cedars have shallow roots, it is difficult for them to withstand strong winds in the first year after transplantation. For large-sized cedars, such as 10-meter cedars, a proper support structure is very important for their growth.
V. Maintenance of Cedars After Planting
Water the cedars three times thoroughly after planting. Water once on the day of planting, the second time after 2 days, and the third time after a week. Then, loosen the soil and secure the tied branches. If the weather is hot, spray water on the canopy twice a day in the early stages of transplantation to keep it moist, and regularly loosen the soil and remove weeds. Prune the branches 1 to 2 times a year to ensure an attractive shape and good ornamental value.
The above is an introduction to when to plant cedar seeds and the timing and precautions for cedar planting. I hope it brings a little help to your life!