Hornbeams have long roots
Hornbeams develop heart roots. They consist of a main root that digs very deep into the ground. In addition, a fine root system is created that spreads in all directions.
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- Proper care of a hornbeam
A younger one Hornbeam can often still be replanted because the roots are not yet too strong. It can usually be removed from the ground undamaged - the prerequisite for the tree to grow again.
Older trees that are more than 15 years old should not be replanted at all.
- Dig up roots as completely as possible
- Move tree
- Cut back the hornbeam heavily
- pour well
The best time to transplant
If you plan to transplant a hornbeam, you should go up to autumn wait. At this time, the soil contains enough moisture so that the roots can quickly suck up water again.
If necessary, the hornbeam can still be transplanted in spring. However, you then have to water very often.
Occasionally it is also possible to transplant hornbeams in summer. If the summer is very dry, you may have to water the tree twice a day after moving.
Cut back heavily after transplanting
Immediately after transplanting cut the hornbeam very strong back. Leave only the main trunk and a few smaller branches.
It is ideal if the above-ground part of the tree has the same extent as the roots.
Three eyes should remain on the side branches, from which the hornbeam sprouts again.
Water the hornbeam very well after transplanting
After transplanting, the hornbeam needs a lot of water. Under no circumstances should the roots dry out.
to water Do it in the morning and, if necessary, again in the evening.
Tips
If you have a whole, perennial Hornbeam hedge want to move to a new location, consider renting a mini excavator. Digging out the roots by hand is hardly feasible without technical support. They would do too much damage to the hornbeams.
