Want to move your zebra grass? Be aware that this is not a walk in the park. Transplanting the grass requires a lot of effort and, above all, the right steps. Zebra grass has an extensive root system. This article will tell you how you can successfully acclimate the plant to a new location.
How to transplant zebra grass correctly?
To transplant zebra grass successfully, choose a spring day, pay attention to a sunny location with loose, loamy, sandy substrate and nutrients. When digging, wear gloves and avoid cutting the roots.
Time
Although zebra grass is very robust when it comes to cold and frost, the roots are very sensitive to a new location, especially at low temperatures. They first have to get used to the new environment and become established in the soil. Therefore, autumn is rather unsuitable for replanting zebra grass. Better choose a spring day. Pruning should also be done at this time so that you no longer have to struggle with the long stalks when moving. Of course, it is best to plan in advance so that replanting is not necessary. A change of location not only requires effort from you, but also puts a strain on the zebra grass. However, sometimes garden design cannot be predicted. Young plants can still be moved relatively easily. With older specimens, a change of location proves to be much more difficult, because over the years a densely branched root system forms.
The new location
- Make sure the soil conditions are right at the new location too
- The soil should be loose and not waterlogged. A loamy, sandy substrate is optimal
- There should also be enough nutrients. If necessary, you can help with fertilizer (€27.00 on Amazon) made from compost
- Zebra grass grows faster in sunny locations than in shade.
Protection
Be sure to wear gloves when digging and transporting the plant to avoid injuring yourself on the sharp stalks. You should also handle the grass carefully. Do not cut the roots negligently. This would severely limit growth at the new location. In addition, simply cutting through the lateral roots with a spade and just digging out the ball is not a solution. New shoots would form from the remaining roots and the zebra grass would appear in the same place.
