Apple trees that are kept in pots need a new planter at regular intervals. In this guide we explain when the right time for this care measure is.
When does an apple tree in a pot need to be repotted?
This is necessary at the latestwhen the rootsof the treeare growing out of the drainage holesof the plant potor even blow it up. Even if growth is stunted or there is a disproportion between the size of the fruit tree and the planter, the apple tree should be moved.
When is the best time to repot the apple tree?
The best time for this care measure isspring,stillbefore the little treereally sprouts, because it then roots particularly quickly in the fresh substrate.
In an emergency, however, the apple tree in the pot can also be transplanted in summer and even in autumn. For example, if you meant too much watering and the apple tree is suffering from root rot, you should treat the tree to a new container and fresh soil as quickly as possible.
Tip
The size of the planter for the apple tree
Depending on the age and size of the apple tree, the new pot (€75.00 on Amazon) should be chosen ten to thirty percent larger than the previous one. If the tree is too big for the balcony or terrace, you can shorten the roots of the potted tree, use the old container again after cleaning it and just replace the substrate.
