The hibiscus has grown too big for its location, the location has turned out to be unsuitable or the garden needs to be redesigned. There are many reasons to move the hibiscus to a new location in the garden.
Caution sensitive!
Great care must be taken when transplanting the garden marshmallow (rose marshmallow). Over the years, the hibiscus has developed a broad root system that is very sensitive to damage. Nevertheless, the hibiscus has real chances of growing well in a new location.
Well prepared
In order for the implementation to be successful, good preparation is important. First of all, the new location must be carefully selected. You should ask yourself the following questions:
- Is the new location sunny and sheltered from the wind?
- How much space does the shrub need?
- Can the hibiscus settle here permanently?
To move the hibiscus, you need a few tools that you should have ready beforehand. You need:
- spade
- digging fork or rake
- water bucket
- pruning shears or pruning shears
- compost or bark mulch
- possibly wheelbarrows for transport.
You might find someone who can help you.
Moving step-by-step
- First, the new planting hole is dug. This should be about 50cm deep and at least 50cm wide so that the roots have enough space. In addition, you loosen the soil in the pit well.
- If you haven't cut back the hibiscus this year, cut back the shoots by about a third and remove diseased, withered and shaggy branches.
- The hibiscus will now dig up generously. Be careful not to damage any roots.
- Carefully remove the hibiscus and wheelbarrow or carry it to the new planting site.
- Before planting, you should water the planting hole well again.
- Now you can carefully insert the shrub and fill the hole with the excavation. In between you should water the soil again and again.
- Finally, you tread down the soil, water the hibiscus again and cover the soil with bark mulch or compost.
For good growth
In order for the hibiscus to grow well, you have to water it regularly, especially when it is dry, fertilize it if necessary and provide it with winter protection. With a little patience you can then enjoy the most beautiful flowers.
tips and tricks
Spring is a good time to plant the hibiscus. From about the end of March, the annual pruning can take place and the shrub has enough time to grow until winter.