Repotting a gardenia: master these few points and the leaves won't wilt and the flowers will keep blooming

The gardenia is probably one of the plants we often consider when buying flowers. Not only because its flowers are beautiful and fragrant, but also because its glossy green leaves are very attractive. But as you care for it, the original pot can no longer hold it, so today Huahua will teach everyone how to repot a gardenia!

The main reason we repot a gardenia is that the original pot can no longer give it enough space to grow, but sometimes it is because it was just bought or has root rot, so it needs a new pot and fresh soil. In any case, no matter the reason, the most important thing before repotting is to choose the right pot: not too big, just enough for its roots to grow.

Once the pot is chosen, we can start. First we need to take the plant out. The reason Huahua is repotting it is that it has too many roots, so when taking it out you must be careful not to damage its roots! After taking it out, we can do a simple pruning of its roots, cutting off all the rotten roots and dead leaves and keeping the healthy roots, because they will grow back later.

After dealing with it, we can plant it in the pot. We need to put the gardenia into the new pot and then fill in the soil, trying to hold the plant steady with your hands so it doesn't end up crooked.

Once the soil is filled, the repotting is done. Next we need to give it one thorough watering, then keep it in a semi-shady spot for care. Because the weather is getting hotter and hotter now, be careful not to let it get scorched by the sun! Otherwise the leaves will turn yellow, or even the flower buds will drop.

The gardenia prefers a somewhat humid environment, so we can mist its leaves to create good conditions for its growth. But in winter do not water it, since the water cannot evaporate and this will cause root rot. Also, do not repot it while it is blooming, otherwise the flower buds will drop and the flowering period will be shortened.

If you want the gardenia to bloom smoothly, fertilizer is naturally indispensable, but pay attention to the amount. Generally, applying it once every half month is enough. You can fertilize before and after flowering, which helps increase the number of flower buds. But if you use too much, it will also cause yellow leaves, and if you notice this, cut them off promptly.