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Transplanting Dypsis leptocheilos
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Posted by calanthe Qld Brisbane (My Page) on Mon, Dec 6, 04 at 22:18
I have been offered a plant of this species from a garden that will eventually be bulldozed for development.
It is approximately 3.5m high (to the top of the foliage) and the trunk is around 2.5m to the base of the crownshaft.
It is growing in a heavy blacksoil with good drainage. It may have been there as much as 20 years.
I have a small bobcat-sized excavator to dig it out with but cannot find any information on root structure and transplanting aftercare. I know some palms can handle tremendous root loss whilst others are seemingly impossible to move. the plant will be destroyed anyway, but I would like to give it a fighting chance. It is destined for a Botanical gardens too, by the way.
Also there are several Hyophorbe lagenicaulis to come out for which I would appreciate similar info. |
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RE: Transplanting Dypsis leptocheilos
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| Not knowing this species, I am guessing here. Since Dypsis are moisture loving, you should try to get enough of a rootball to avoid severe water stress. Normally, you can assume that the roots spread half the height, i.e. a 3 m tall plant would have a root spread of 1.5 m (radius). Also, a antitranspirant may improve survival. But hopefully someone has experience and can give you better advice. |
RE: Transplanting Dypsis leptocheilos
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I have moved Hyophorbe lagenicaulis successfully before. Just remember to prepare the hole well, stake them as they are heavy and give them plenty of water whilst they are establishing. I also like to remove some of the leaves to reduce transpiration. Hold back on fertilising until they are over the transplant and are on the move again. This is a good time of the year to move palms as they are in active growth.
Andrew. |
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