What's the best time to transplant?

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Warlock

• May 3, 2004

• #1

I want to transplant my vft so that it makes some offshoots, because I'm new to CPs and I don't want to risk it dying in order to flower. Right now it has a tiny stalk, and I'm going to cut it off in a few days. Is it ok to transplant my vft now, or should I wait until next season?

 

jimscott

Tropical Fish Enthusiast

• May 4, 2004

• #2

The safest time to transplant any plant is when or if it is dormant; that is, when it isn't growing or noticing the transplant.

 

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Warlock

• May 4, 2004

• #3

So I should just wait until early winter?

 

B

borg

• May 5, 2004

• #4

I read that best time is just after the winter...

 

jimscott

Tropical Fish Enthusiast

• May 5, 2004

• #5

Certainly before dormancy ends.

 

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Warlock

• May 5, 2004

• #6

I guess I'll just wait until January or February?

 

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uglypho

• May 5, 2004

• #7

Late winter or early springs is the best time of the year. Wait untill dormancy is almost over when you transplant. Transplanting during dormancy will disrupt its resting period.