This is the bare root plant we are going to pot.
It is a Forsythia x intermedia 'Lynwood'. This is a 2/3' bare root plant. |
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First select a comfortable area to work in. Choose a quality soil
mix and have a selection of pots ready. |
Look at the plant to determine what needs to be
removed. Start with any broken or damaged branches or roots. Shape the plant if necessary. |
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This is a larger plant and will require a five gallon pot. Choose
your container size based on
the plants size. Please don't cut off extra roots to make the plant fit into a smaller
container than is reasonable. Putting the plant into too small a container stresses the
plant because there is too much top to support with such a limited root system. You will
also have to water the container more frequently because the leaves will require more
water that the roots and container size can supply. |
Now the forsythia is ready to place into the
container. Place the plant at the same depth it was growing at the nursery. Fill the pot
with soil and pack the soil around the roots to eliminate any air pockets. |
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Here is a properly planted bare root Forsythia. It is time to water
the plant making sure the soil is thoroughly wet. Fertilize the plant according to
manufacturer directions. Use a quality fertilizer. Place the plant in a protected
area and protect it from frost or wide temperature changes. It will be ready for the sales
lot in no time! |
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This is the Forsythia before
pruning. |
This is the Forsythia pruned and ready to be
potted. |
