How to Improve the Survival Rate When Transplanting a Loquat Tree

Loquats taste sweet and sour, and many people quite enjoy eating them. There are also many regions in China where loquats are grown, and during loquat cultivation, transplanting the seedlings is extremely critical. The slightest carelessness can cause the seedlings to die, leading to transplant failure. So how can you improve the transplant survival rate of loquats? Follow the editor and take a look.

1. Transplanting Time

You also need to control the timing of transplanting well. It is not advisable to choose a season with overly strong sunlight or excessive rain, as this is not good for seedling survival. Generally, the suitable transplanting time for loquats is from March to May. At this time the temperature is stable, the soil has basically thawed, and the ground temperature is also suitable for root growth, so the survival rate after transplanting is relatively high.

2. Transplanting with Soil

Many people nowadays like to use nutrient bags when planting fruit trees. In fact, transplanting with soil is the most common and safest method, because it not only protects the seedling's root system but also gives it a certain amount of time to adapt to the new environment, so the seedling will not die from being unable to adapt to a sudden environmental change. Before transplanting with soil, you should also be careful when lifting the seedlings so as not to damage the root system, which would also be bad for the transplant survival rate.

3. Controlling Density

The loquat's root system is relatively well developed, and it has a fairly high demand for nutrients during growth, so reasonably controlling density at transplanting is very important for it. When planting, you should also control density according to local conditions. If the planting site is near a wind inlet, you can plant a little more densely, generally controlled at about 2*3 m; but if it is sloped land with average soil fertility, you need to plant appropriately more thinly to avoid insufficient nutrients. In addition, you should also consider the lighting factor and ensure the seedlings have sufficient light.

4. Management After Transplanting

Management after transplanting is also extremely important. Many fruit growers just ignore the seedlings after transplanting, and this often causes poor growth or death of the seedlings. After the seedlings are transplanted, you need to provide a certain amount of protective care, such as keeping them warm and moist and ensuring sufficient fertilizer. If the local soil is relatively dry, you can also cover the surface with straw to keep it warm and moist, which helps the seedlings survive.

The above is an introduction to how to improve the transplant survival rate of loquat trees. We hope it can help you. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please stay tuned to us.