What are the precautions for repotting flowers? Keep these details in mind

We usually grow flowers at home in pots, and this cultivation method is different from growing them directly in the open ground. After a long period of cultivation, the soil tends to become compacted and lack nutrients. At this point, to meet the plant's growth needs, repotting is necessary, and usually the pot should be changed every two years. Repotting not only replenishes the nutrients in the soil but also promotes the growth of potted plants. Today, Qinnong Web will introduce the related matters concerning repotting.

I. Time for repotting

Generally speaking, the best time to repot common flowers and nursery stock is around 7 days before or after the Spring Equinox. In the south, it can be done around Qingming. For the vast number of flower lovers, it does not need to be so strict; as long as spring is relatively warm, it is fine. In addition, repotting should also follow the growth habits and sprouting conditions of the flowering plants when choosing the time. Generally, once new buds begin to sprout, repotting and soil turning can be carried out.

It should be noted that repotting should be avoided as much as possible during the peak growth season of flowering plants, as this can easily cause them to miss their growth period and lead to serious consequences. It should also not be done during the high temperatures of midsummer, to avoid death. In addition, flowers that have just been bought home and are in the process of acclimating are best not repotted, because at this time the plants are relatively fragile and the root system has not yet recovered, so repotting can easily cause secondary damage.

II. Methods of repotting

1. Use a shovel to insert it downward into the pot soil as close to the edge of the pot as possible. After going around the pot once, gently shake the pot and the plant separately to separate them from each other, and take out the plant. If the original flower pot is made of soft material and will no longer be used, it can be cut open to avoid damaging the root system as much as possible. When taking out the plant, try to keep more soil around the roots and avoid bare roots. Repotting with soil has a much higher survival rate than bare-root repotting.

2. Prune the roots of the removed flowers, removing rotten and old roots to prevent them from competing with new roots for nutrients. At the same time, also carry out necessary pruning of the plant, cutting off diseased, weak, and withered branches and weak foliage. If the flower is too weak, it can be heavily pruned to encourage the sprouting of new robust branches.

3. Then the pruned plant can be planted in a new pot, new soil added, and it fixed in place. Of course, when newly planting, using rooting powder is even better, as it can promote the sprouting of new roots. The selection of flower pots and the preparation of new soil will be explained to everyone in follow-up articles.

4. About three days before repotting, watering should be stopped first. Do not water; soil that is too moist in the pot is not conducive to repotting. After repotting, water immediately, and be careful to maintain smooth ventilation so the plant can adapt to the new environment.

III. Precautions after repotting

It is best to choose an environment of around 20°C for repotting to ensure that the flowers can recover smoothly. After repotting, water the flowers thoroughly, then place them in a place with suitable temperature and good ventilation. If there is high temperature, rainy season, or cold weather, be sure to move the newly repotted flowering plants indoors for care.

Flowers after repotting usually have damaged roots and are relatively weak, and the roots' ability to absorb nutrients is not high. Within two weeks after repotting, it is best not to fertilize, and also not to prune again. Let the new leaves of the flowers grow freely, thereby giving the flower roots more momentum.

The above is Qinnong Web's introduction to the methods of repotting and precautions for repotting. Repotting flowers is also a quite critical step in the flower planting process. Flower lovers should definitely not ignore the existence of this step during the care process. Qinnong Web has also prepared various flower planting techniques for everyone. Friends who like it can go and learn more!