Repotting flowers in autumn is not to be taken lightly; it directly determines whether they grow lush and full or become thin and wilted

Keeping potted flowers at home is different from planting them in the open ground; they lack the natural water and nutrient cycle and the deep-soil environment, so the soil must be changed after a certain period of time, otherwise the soil becomes compacted and poor, the plants lack various nutrients, and it is very hard for them to grow healthily.

In summer's high temperatures, flowers and plants become less adaptable; unless the roots are rotting or the plant is near death, repotting generally should not be done in summer. Spring and autumn weather is relatively mild, many flowers begin to sprout and grow, and their condition is stable; changing the soil at this time does the least harm to the plants

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Autumn repotting is not suitable for all flowers and plants

The reason spring and autumn are recommended for changing soil is that most flowers and plants have roughly the same flowering and fruiting periods; after midsummer, new leaves grow, and after autumn flowering most are about to enter dormancy.

But the following flowers are right in an upward growth phase in autumn, preparing to form buds or bloom, so autumn is not suitable for changing their soil:

Camellia:

Camellias form buds in autumn, so the soil should be changed in spring after flowering.

Christmas cactus:

Autumn is exactly when its flowering period begins, so the soil should be changed in early spring after flowering, before May of the following year.

Poinsettia:

Poinsettia is also before its flowering period now, so repotting should be done in early spring after flowering.

There are also Phalaenopsis orchids, plum blossoms and so on; changing the soil should be avoided in autumn.

Under the following circumstances, never change the soil

When forming buds, flowering, fruiting, or in a period of vigorous growth, changing the soil is taboo.

Changing the soil during these periods means any buds will drop and flowers will fade, and it will also seriously affect the growth condition and subsequent flowering and fruiting.

Changing the soil is taboo during the seedling recovery period.

During the seedling recovery period, the root system of flowers and plants is itself fragile and needs a stable growing environment to adjust and resume growth. Repotting at this time is equivalent to injuring the roots a second time, and if unfavorable temperature, humidity or other environmental conditions are added, it is very

easy for them to die.

Must-know precautions for changing soil

Besides the right timing and the condition of the flowers and plants, the following points are also things that must be noted when changing soil:

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Before changing the soil, water thoroughly and wait until the soil is slightly dry before repotting.

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When changing the soil, some rotting, diseased or weak roots can be removed, but do not prune the roots casually.

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Bare roots adapt very slowly to a new soil environment, so it is best to leave some of the original soil around the roots, which helps them adapt as quickly as possible after the soil change.

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After changing the soil, most plants should be watered thoroughly once, but succulents, cactus and similar plants need to be watered two or three days after the soil change.

After changing the soil, mist appropriately to maintain humidity and keep them shaded, ventilated and cared for until new leaves appear or the branches and leaves stand upright

in good condition. Generally after about a week, they can be given some sun and shifted to normal care.

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Do not change the soil and fertilize at the same time, as it easily injures the roots. Fertilizing should be done after the plant has adapted well and begun to grow. Slow-release fertilizer has a slow effect, so two granules can be buried at the edge of the pot.

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After the new soil is put into the pot, pat the pot walls and press the soil lightly to avoid loose soil, but do not press too firmly, otherwise it easily affects future watering and aeration.

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When burying the roots during the soil change, use the previous depth as a reference; do not bury too deep, and do not let the roots be obviously exposed. Burying too deep affects respiration, while burying too shallowly means the roots do not take hold firmly and growth is affected.

How often should the soil be changed

Generally, the soil should be changed at most once a year. Especially if the interval is less than half a year, the plant's growth condition will be completely disrupted, and even with good care it will be relatively weak.

As for changing the soil once every few years, there are many opinions, and whether they are right or wrong cannot be generalized. What is certain is that different species of flowers and plants and different soil types have different needs for repotting.

For ordinary flowers, the soil needs to be changed every two or three years.

Changing the soil is usually combined with repotting. But repotting is mainly because the plant has grown larger and the pot is no longer sufficient; the obvious sign is that roots grow out from the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot, at which point the pot must definitely be changed to a larger one.

If the potting soil is black in color, not compacted, and has not become alkaline (the potting soil turning white), then in principle the soil does not need to be changed. If repotting is needed at this time, then after taking the plant out of the pot, place it in a larger pot and fill soil around it.

Once you have mastered these points, by correctly changing the soil for your flowers and plants at the right time, they will of course become more and more vigorous and more and more beautiful!

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