The best thing is, of course, if the farmer's hydrangea does not have to be moved at all, but can simply remain in its place. Sometimes, however, transplanting is unavoidable. Fortunately, however, older farmer's hydrangeas usually tolerate such a measure very well.

Transplant your peasant hydrangea before or after flowering!

Reasons for transplanting

There are of course many reasons for transplanting older plants:

  • The hydrangea has grown too big and no longer has enough space in its old location.
  • The soil at the old site is depleted and needs to be renewed.
  • The farmer's hydrangea doesn't feel very comfortable in its location and doesn't want to bloom.
  • Do you want or need to transform your garden?

So you see, there is sometimes no alternative to transplanting farmer's hydrangeas. However, transplanting also has an advantage, because it prevents the plant from aging. Transplanted, older specimens often get a real boost in growth and flowering, provided they have been planted in the right location.

The right time for transplanting

There are two equally suitable times for transplanting the farmer's hydrangea. You can transplant the shrub both in autumn after flowering and in spring before it sprout. Both times have their pros and cons. For example, hydrangeas transplanted in autumn may not have enough time before winter sets in to take root well and therefore only survive the cold season with injuries. But early spring also threatens with late frosts, which can cause problems for the plants. However, the hydrangea is no longer in "hibernation mode" but puts its growth energies straight into growing.

Step-by-step instructions for transplanting

When transplanting, the following procedure has proven itself:

  • If possible, combine the digging with a thinning or tapering cut.
  • Dig up the peasant hydrangea generously.
  • Keep in mind that older shrubs in particular often have very deep roots.
  • Check the roots for damage / injuries.
  • Dig a sufficiently large hole in the designated place.
  • This should be about twice the size of the root ball.
  • Pour plenty of water into the hole.
  • Mix the excavation with mature mixed compost and horn shavings.(32.93€)
  • Plant the peasant hydrangea again, whereby it should not be set deeper than originally.
  • Water them well.
  • Mulch the root area with bark mulch, chopped wood clippings, or grass clippings.

tips and tricks

The best day for transplanting is an overcast or cloudy day, as the plant then evaporates less water and can withstand the transplant shock much better.

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