How Do You Transplant Herb Plants?

The key to successfully transplanting herb plants lies in minimizing root disturbance and maintaining consistent soil depth.

Here's a breakdown of how to transplant herb plants:

1. Prepare the New Location: Dig a hole in your garden or container that is slightly wider and as deep as the herb's current container.

2. Remove the Herb from Its Current Container: Gently squeeze the sides of the container to loosen the soil. If the plant is root-bound, carefully loosen the roots with your fingers.

3. Handle the Roots Carefully: While the YouTube reference emphasizes loosening the roots, it also cautions to "do your research" because some plants are sensitive. Loosen roots gently if they appear tightly packed, but avoid excessive handling, which can damage them.

4. Place the Herb in the New Location: Position the herb in the hole, ensuring that the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil surface. The video states, "our goal is to try to keep this plant at the same soil depth that it is in its container".

5. Backfill with Soil: Fill the remaining space around the root ball with soil, gently firming it as you go.

6. Water Thoroughly: Water the newly transplanted herb thoroughly to help settle the soil and establish good contact between the roots and the surrounding soil.

7. Monitor and Care: Keep an eye on the transplanted herb for signs of stress, such as wilting. Water as needed to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.