I know this is the wrong time to move a tree but a neighbor was taking out a plum tree and asked me if I wanted it. Of course I said yes and moved it to my garden. I'm looking for any advice on making sure it survives the move.
Need advice on a plum tree
Just make sure the roots are secure in the ground and it is not planted deeper than it was ,
Too loose ground and air on the roots or planting moved trees too deep are common mistakes ,,
Plum trees are tough ,, I have a few here ,,
Thanks. Sorry it took so long to reply. I did my best to make sure there were no air pockets and the tree is planted at the same depth as it was. Should I fertilize it or just leave it alone and make sure it has enough water?
I would not fertilize the tree ,,Average water ,,
I don't think fertilizer would hurt the tree , Especially when or as it starts it's next growth cycle .
That is up to you , I put a bit of composted manure around mine in the early spring and few cups in the fall ,,,
With the Giant Red Plum , I get tons of plums that way ,, The purple and other , not as many ,, of course the Birds and squirrels get most anyway .
Do not fertilize now. Fertilize next year.
Thanks. I'm going to let it do it's thing and just keep it watered for now :)
You could water it with a root stimulant, you should be able to find a bottle at your garden center. I would dilute it down in a sprinkling can or bucket and apply it every 2 weeks.
Good idea about the root stimulant. I'll pop over to the garden center tomorrow and get some
