Conifers are popular hedge plants and ideal as privacy and wind protection, for example on the terrace. They are also an eye-catcher in the garden as an attractive solitary tree. In order for the conifers to thrive optimally, it is important to ensure that all the conditions for good growth are present when planting.
How do I plant conifers correctly?
To optimally plant conifers, choose autumn as the planting time, a sunny location, loosen the soil and remove weeds. Improve the soil with humus, ensure a planting distance of around 70 cm and water regularly with stale rainwater.
The cultivation of conifers
The most popular conifer species include
- the yew tree
- the Thuja
- the spruce
- the juniper
- various larches
- the cypresses
- the primeval sequoia tree
They all prefer autumn as the ideal planting period. Here the temperatures are moderate and there is more rain again, which is particularly important for the strong root formation required before winter. The best planting period is between August and September. Early spring can also be chosen as an alternative. The weather must be frost-free and the plant must not sprout yet. Planting in summer will only be successful if the root ball is strong and there is regular watering.
Soil and location
Conifers are easy-care and fairly undemanding plants that thrive in almost any normal garden soil. However, some basic rules should be observed:
- Conifers grow better in a sunny location
- the soil should be loosened and cleared of weeds before planting
- Improve soil with fresh humus
- if necessary, incorporate a dose of Epsom s alt
- Make sure there is enough distance between the individual plants (when planting a hedge)
Planting a conference hedge
So that the conifers quickly grow into an opaque privacy screen, you should always ensure that there is sufficient planting distance. The conifer grows quite quickly and becomes quite sprawling. At least a distance of around 70 cm should be maintained between the individual plants. When planting, make sure that the planting holes are large enough so that the roots can develop well. Water the hedge regularly over a longer period of time, if possible during the first three years of life. However, there should be no waterlogging. Stagnant water leads to root rot. Stale rainwater is suitable as irrigation water because it contains little lime. A young conifer or conifer hedge can also be pruned. Pruning should take place before sprouting and should never be carried out into the old wood.
