How to plant seven-leaf tree planting methods and matters needing attention

The seven-leaf tree is a very exquisite deciduous tree, which is not only tall and beautiful, but also has white and rose flowers, which is of high ornamental value, and its utilization value is also very high. It can be seen in general parks. So do you know how to plant the seven-leaf tree? Let's get to know it with the editor.

How to plant the seven-leaf tree

The main root of the seven-leaf tree is deep but the lateral root is few, so it is a tree species that is not tolerant to transplant, so it must be transplanted with a soil ball, which is 6 to 8 times the diameter of the tree at breast height. When planting a seven-leaf tree, its leaves should fall behind before it sprouts in early spring or at the end of autumn. In order to improve the survival rate of planting, the planting pit should be dug as large as possible before planting, which is beneficial to the growth of plants. When planting, should be careful not to be too deep, too deep can easily lead to stuffy buds, generally speaking, the planting depth can be slightly higher than 3 cm to 5 cm of the upper epidermis of the soil ball. When planting, the backfill should be layered and solid.

Planting methods and matters needing attention of seven-leaf tree

I. planting methods

1. Light and temperature

The cultivation of the seven-leaf tree should be carried out according to its growth habits, first of all, the cultivation of the seven-leaf tree needs sufficient light, so put the seven-leaf tree in a sunny place. The growth of the seven-leaf tree needs fertile, deep, well-drained soil, and the growth temperature should be kept warm. Of course, the seven-leaf tree is also cold-resistant, but in order to grow normally in winter, you must move to a warm and sunny place indoors to avoid frostbite in the cold air.

2. Watering and fertilizing

The seven-leaf tree should be watered immediately after planting, and the second water should be watered a week later, and the third watering should be carried out on the 10th day after the second watering. After Sanshui, you can pour heavy water once a month and pour it thoroughly.

When entering the growing period of the plant, a small amount of water should be watered from June to August when Rain Water is more, and once a month in the late autumn season, the water should be watered again in early winter, stopped watering after entering winter, and thawed again in March next year, so a large amount of water should be watered in March and watered frequently in spring to keep the plant growing environment moist.

Fertilization: the seven-leaf tree likes fertilizer, so it can be applied with cow and horse manure or rotten leaf fertilizer during the planting period.

During the growth period of the seven-leaf tree, urine fertilizer can be applied in June of the first year to promote the growth of branches and leaves. At the end of August, phosphorus and potassium fertilizer should be used to increase the anti-freezing ability of the seven-leaf tree, and a rotten leaf fertilizer should be added in autumn.

II. Points for attention

1. Diseases and insect pests

During the breeding period, we must pay attention to the diseases and insect pests of the seven-leaf tree, the common pests are: green moth, copper green beetle, golden caterpillar, mulberry longicorn beetle, etc., pay attention to prevention and control.

2. Pruning

Pay attention to pruning the seven-leaf tree, either in winter or before sprouting in spring, pruning long branches and trimming into a natural round head.

3. Change the basin

Because the seven-leaf tree grows fast and consumes a lot of nutrients, it is necessary to change the basin once a year to ensure adequate nutrition.

How does the seven-leaf tree reproduce?

The seven-leaf tree will generally use the sowing method to collect the seeds on the strong mother tree and be harmless, dry them until they are dried, and then wet and hide the seeds in the well-drained soil, leaving ventilation holes.

Wait until the end of March in spring, use point sowing method to select fertile, well-drained neutral sandy soil to plant, after planting to keep the soil moist, often weed, loosen the soil.

Growth habit of Aesculus chinensis

Like light, slightly resistant to shade, more resistant to cold, not resistant to drought, not resistant to sunlight. Young trees like shade, warm in winter, cool in summer and humid climate, and grow well in acidic soil. It is suitable for sandy loam with deep, fertile and good drainage, which is not good for growth when the sun is too strong or the soil is too dry. Deep-rooted, slow growth, long life, it has strong vitality, adapt to wind and sand, saline and alkali and other adverse environment, anti-pollution.

As mentioned above, Buckeye trees are widely planted in our country and are planted all over the country. The seven-leaf tree is not only beautiful, but also widely used. Its wood is meticulous and exquisite. It can make many beautiful wood products and utensils. At the same time, its seeds can also be used as medicine, soap and so on.