Method of Potting Bare-root Seedlings
This article explains different methods of potting and acclimatizing seedlings, focusing on the care of green plants and flowers. Let's move on to the introduction by our station editor.
Yesterday, I shared the method of potting Chinese roses in detail. Can Chinese roses be given full sunlight during the acclimatization period after potting?
Today, I will provide a specific explanation of the issue of acclimatizing seedlings in the sun.
There are differences in acclimatizing seedlings in the sun in different seasons!
Most regions have distinct seasons with significant temperature and daylight differences. Therefore, the acclimatization of Chinese roses after potting should also take seasonal and weather conditions into account.
The general principles are:
In summer, direct sunlight can be provided in the morning and evening.
In spring (late spring) and autumn (early autumn), avoid direct sunlight at noon depending on the intensity of the light.
In winter, full sunlight should be provided.
The above refers to normal seedlings and the commonly used acclimatization methods.
However, when buying Chinese rose seedlings online, we often encounter unexpected situations.
For example:
Buying Chinese rose seedlings in summer, they may lack water and have yellow leaves due to prolonged transportation.
Different Seedling Potting Methods
Previously mentioned, there are three common types of Chinese rose seedlings.
Bare-root Seedlings
Seedlings in Nutrition Pots
Potted Seedlings
Bare-root seedlings are generally only purchased in winter and early spring. It is not recommended to buy them in other seasons, as they are difficult to survive.
Especially for新手 plant enthusiasts, be cautious and don't buy them just because they are cheap; it's a waste if you can't keep them alive!
Of course, it's not that bare-root seedlings cannot survive outside winter and early spring, but it's relatively more challenging. Experts and masters of Chinese roses, please feel free to experiment.
Method of Potting Bare-root Seedlings
Before planting bare-root seedlings in winter or early spring, soak them in clean water or root-promoting powder water for 30 minutes, then plant them in slightly moist soil.
Water thoroughly and place them in a sunny location.
Method of Acclimatizing Potted Seedlings
The potted seedlings here include V9 square pot seedlings and gallons pot seedlings.
Method of Acclimatizing Bare-root Seedlings
Potted seedlings generally have strong roots and fewer problems. Even if they have yellow leaves and fall leaves due to short-term water shortage during transportation, they can quickly recover after repotting and watering.
Therefore, the acclimatization method for potted Chinese rose seedlings only needs to refer to seasonal factors and provide appropriate sunlight, which is relatively simple.
Of course, it is recommended that when repotting and acclimatizing, it's best to cut off the flowers and buds. The reasoning behind this will be explained further on Green Plant Enthusiast website.
Method of Acclimatizing Seedlings in Nutrition Pots:
Green Plant Enthusiast's online store has many Chinese rose seedlings, but we rarely sell seedlings in nutrition pots because these seedlings have relatively weak roots and require more time and effort to cultivate.
Green Plant Enthusiast shares its "Three-step Method of Chinese Rose Cultivation" not only to guide our customers but also in the sincere hope that every Chinese rose enthusiast can truly master the skills of cultivating Chinese roses!
Therefore, although Green Plant Enthusiast does not recommend nutrition pot seedlings, these seedlings often have many problems when received by enthusiasts, so we still need to focus on sharing the acclimatization methods for nutrition pot Chinese rose seedlings. We need to treat seedlings in nutrition pots in different situations.
1. -- Spring (April-May) --
If purchased in April or May, the seedlings usually come with a flower or bud.
Although young seedlings are not suitable for flowering, sellers will still let them bloom to meet the demands of most enthusiasts.
Generally, there won't be any problems with mailing during this season. Upon receipt, cut off the flowers, and if the roots are still good, pot them with thorough watering and place them in a sunny spot.
If the roots are weak, you need to avoid the midday sun, or else you'll find that the leaves of the Chinese roses will wilt, and you'll feel terrible about it!
2. -- Seedlings purchased in summer --
Green Plant Enthusiast does not recommend buying Chinese rose seedlings in summer, neither potted seedlings nor seedlings in nutrition pots!
However, some enthusiasts can't help but buy them. If you've bought them, you'll have to face the problems and solve them actively.
Chinese rose seedlings in nutrition pots in summer are prone to yellow leaves and wilt due to heat during transportation.
Especially those cultivated in greenhouses, with many long and thin stems and leaves, these seedlings are very prone to wilt and death!
The treatment method for these seedlings is complicated, and Green Plant Enthusiast's method may seem risky to some, so be prepared mentally.
a. If the leaves wilt upon receipt, spray water first, and wait for the leaves to recover.
Pay attention to spraying water on the leaves, not watering.
b. After the leaves recover, plant them in a small pot. Make the soil moist before planting and do not water after planting.
c. Place them in a sunny location, avoiding the midday sun to allow them to receive ample sunlight. Water thoroughly when the top 2 cm of the soil is dry.
d. If black stems or falling leaves appear, don't worry. Just water when the soil is completely dry. Life is much stronger than we think.
If you don't interfere, it won't die! Don't try to save it blindly!
This is one situation, and there is another more severe situation.
The leaves are all yellow, leaving only bare stems!
This situation is often due to prolonged water shortage during transportation. It doesn't mean it's dead. Proper treatment can still bring it back to life.
a. In this case, don't repot. If the nutrition pot is not suitable for cultivation, you can transfer it to a pot of the same size or slightly smaller.
b. Water thoroughly and place it in the sun to expose it to direct sunlight.
Notice: This is direct sunlight! Direct sunlight! Direct sunlight! Important things are repeated three times.
c. If black stems appear, don't deal with them until new buds grow, then repot.
Of course, Green Plant Enthusiast teaches you how to rescue seedlings, but it doesn't mean you will definitely succeed. It's like a doctor rescuing a patient.
If you encounter this situation, Green Plant Enthusiast suggests that you contact the seller immediately, as it is their responsibility!
That's all for now regarding acclimatization. If you encounter more complex situations, you might want to leave a message for Green Plant Enthusiast below.
Green Plant Enthusiast has explained the potting method for young seedlings and the method of acclimatization in detail, but has not mentioned whether and how to prune when potting.
Because Green Plant Enthusiast knows that most enthusiasts can't bear to prune. But Chinese roses are masochistic, so tomorrow Green Plant Enthusiast plans to talk about the necessity and method of pruning when potting.
The above are the specific introductions of different seedling potting methods, the method of potting bare-root seedlings, and the method of acclimatizing potted seedlings brought by Green Plant Enthusiast. I hope you will like them!