Favorite flowers you always want to propagate. In the case of hydrangea, you can resort to dividing the bush. This is a simple method of reproduction, associated with some nuances. Next, you will read the relevant information on how to plant a garden hydrangea and wait for a beautiful flowering.
Is it possible to split a hydrangea bush
In horticultural practice, there are several methods of propagation of a crop. Separation of the bush is one of them. The method is suitable for garden hydrangeas in the form of shrubs. Species that grow in the form of trees or vines are propagated by cuttings, cuttings or seeds.
When to plant
The optimal time for propagation by dividing the bush is the beginning of spring. Gardeners are trying to catch up to the swelling of the kidneys. This period falls on March-April. Timing varies by region. The north and colder the climate, the later the vegetation begins, which should be considered before the procedure. For large-leaved hydrangea, autumn separation of the plant for transplantation is allowed. In this case, the acceptable period for reproduction is from September 1 to September 20.
Did you know? Hydrangeas appeared in Europe at the beginning of the 15th century, after sailors began to bring them from America.
How to plant by dividing the bush
The division of the bush is carried out according to certain rules. Whenever a grower decides to transplant the divisible parts of hydrangea in the spring or in the fall, before that it is necessary to study the basic subtleties. However, it is not enough to plant the separated parts - they must be regularly taken care of. A description of the necessary procedures is given below.
How to divide for transplant
Before planting, the bush is watered with 1-2 buckets of water. When the earth absorbs all the water, the plant is dug with a pitchfork at a distance of 10–20 cm from the base. When removed from the soil, hydrangea is tilted slightly to the side so as not to damage the root system. Then the rhizome is carefully cleaned from the ground. The dug plant should be divided into several parts. Each dividend should have 2-3 kidney renewal. With just one shrub, 2–4 separated parts are obtained.
Choosing a place to land
Hydrangeas love terrain with medium light. Bright sun and strong shadows are best avoided. Experienced gardeners try to choose places with a slight shadow. It is worth choosing a site near the fence to eliminate the likelihood of a draft. It is also worth paying attention to the type of soil. Culture likes a medium or slightly acidic substrate with a pH of 5.5. It is better to choose a site with soil enriched with organic components.
Soil preparation
Before planting dividers, it is necessary to dig a landing hole.
Important! The bush is divided by a sharp knife or secateurs. Each slice is disinfected with crumbled activated carbon.
Well parameters should be as follows:
- depth - 0.4 m;
- diameter - 0.5 m.
To feed the plants, the nutrient mixture is poured to the bottom. To prepare, mix 0.5 kg of sand, leaf, turf soil and high peat with a small amount of spruce needles.
Planting and germination
After the bush is divided, all parts need to be planted in separate landing pits.
The correct procedure is as follows:
- Place the split in the hole.
- Holding the seedling with your free hand, fill the voids in the pit with soil obtained by digging the pit.
- Pour the plant with 10 liters of water.
With a spring transplant, the plant will germinate over the summer with minimal care. If the gardener decided to transplant parts of the hydrangea bush in the autumn, germination will take time before the next vegetation begins. Transplanting a seedling to a permanent place is carried out immediately after separation of the bush, the maximum - the next day.
Further care
After planting, the plant requires only regular watering. If there is no rain, the plants are moistened daily or every two days, approximately in a bucket of water under the bush. This watering regime is acceptable in the summer in hot weather. Irrigation continues until the end of the growing season. In the fall transplant, the crop is cared for in the same way. The difference is that from September to November the weather is often rainy. In this case, you should focus on the dryness of the soil. It makes no sense to water the plantations if it rains every day.
Important! Excessive moisture leads to rhizome decay; therefore, it is undesirable to pour more than 10 liters of water under the bush.
In a situation where there is no rain for a long time, gardeners adhere to daily watering. Proper planting of a hydrangea bush allows you to decorate your garden without extra costs. The gardener should consider acceptable deadlines and not break them. It is also important to follow the correct division and transfer algorithm. With proper care, the plant will take root and will delight the owner with beautiful flowers.
