With the improvement of living quality, more and more people start to grow potted plants at home, and camellias have become a favorite of many gardening enthusiasts due to their elegant posture and fragrant aroma. When potted camellias grow to a certain extent, in order to better adapt to the natural environment, many enthusiasts choose to transplant them outdoors. This article will introduce you to the whole process of transplanting potted camellias outdoors, including preparation, transplanting steps, and subsequent care points.
Preparation before transplanting1. Choose the right time
It is best to transplant potted camellias outdoors in spring or autumn when the temperature is suitable, which is conducive to the growth and recovery of camellias. Avoid transplanting during high or low temperature periods to prevent affecting the survival rate of camellias.
2. Prepare a new pot and soil
When transplanting outdoors, choose a pot with a slightly larger diameter than the original one to facilitate the expansion of the camellia roots. Prepare acidic soil suitable for camellia growth, such as decomposed leaf soil, pine needle soil, etc.
3. Remove some branches and leaves
Before transplanting, you can appropriately remove some branches and leaves of the camellia to reduce water evaporation and lower water consumption after transplanting.
Transplanting steps1. Dig up the camellia
Use a spade to dig the camellia out of the original pot, keeping the root system intact as much as possible. Be gentle during the digging process to avoid root damage.
2. Clean the root system
Gently shake off the soil on the roots of the dug camellia and remove dead and decayed roots.
3. Place in a new pot
Place the cleaned camellia in the prepared new pot and fill in an appropriate amount of acidic soil to make the camellia roots spread out.
4. Water to stabilize
When the soil is filled to 1/3 of the pot, water thoroughly to make the soil and roots closely combined, then continue to fill the soil until the pot is full.
5. Place in a well-ventilated and shaded area
After transplanting, place the camellia in a well-ventilated and shaded area to avoid direct sunlight and reduce water evaporation.
Care points after transplanting1. Watering
After transplanting, keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. As the camellia grows, gradually increase the amount of watering.
2. Fertilizing
Do not fertilize within one month after transplanting. After one month, you can apply an appropriate amount of acidic fertilizer, such as potassium dihydrogen phosphate.
3. Light
Camellias prefer a semi-shaded environment. After transplanting, avoid direct sunlight and gradually increase the duration of sunlight as the camellia adapts.
4. Pruning
Regularly prune the branches and leaves of the camellia to maintain its beautiful shape and promote the growth of new buds.
Transplanting potted camellias outdoors is a relatively complex process that requires enthusiasts to make thorough preparations before transplanting and to care for them carefully after transplanting. As long as you master the transplanting skills and care points, your camellias will surely grow robustly outdoors and add a touch of brightness to your life.