Don't rush to throw away a Clivia with root rot - let me teach you a trick to save it

Root rot in Clivia caused by improper watering is a common occurrence, so how do you deal with Clivia root rot? Simply put, it comes down to three steps: cleaning, disinfecting, and replanting. Below we will explain in detail how to deal with Clivia root rot.

1. Cleaning the rotted roots

Take the Clivia with root rot out of the flower pot, gently shake off the soil, then rinse the roots clean with water, and use scissors to clean away all the rotted roots.

2. Disinfecting the roots

Place the cleaned roots into a 0.1% potassium permanganate solution and soak for 5 minutes, then dip them in a little sulfur powder, or plant ash or carbendazim will also do, then let them dry in a cool place (about 2 days is enough).

3. Replanting

After the Clivia has dried, it can be planted in sandy soil to encourage new roots to sprout. If the root rot is not severe, it can be potted directly without planting it in sandy soil. After planting, watering must be controlled - do not water unless the soil is dry, to avoid root rot again. Just place it in a cool, ventilated spot. If the leaves are not wilting after 30 days, it has survived.

II. How to handle Clivia whose roots have all rotted or mostly rotted:

1. First rinse the base of the stem clean with water, then use a sharp blade to cut off the rotted part horizontally. Note that the cut should be flat and smooth.

2. After cutting, immediately apply sulfur powder or charcoal powder to the cut to prevent the wound from becoming infected. Place it in a cool, ventilated place and let the wound dry.

3. Once the surface of the cut has dried, plant it in plain sand. Water once after two days, then just keep the potting soil moist. Do not fertilize.

Growing Clivia differs across the four seasons, because this is related to its habits.

1. Spring: for Clivia, this is a good time to start growing after winter dormancy and to prepare for flowering.

2. Summer: for Clivia, this is a rather tough stage, because the temperature is relatively high, so it easily lacks water, but you also must not water too much. In summer, be sure to avoid direct sunlight, otherwise leaf scorch and similar problems will occur.

3. Autumn is the watering season, so at this time you need to pay attention to controlling the water - do not water too much, and fertilize about once every half a month. If it is shooting up a flower stalk and blooming, do not spray water directly on the flowers.

4. Winter is the toughest period for Clivia, because the temperature must not be too low. When the temperature is too low, if you want Clivia to make it through safely, you need to maintain appropriate humidity, especially the humidity of the soil.

5. The surface of Clivia's leaves often needs thorough care. After watering the Clivia, it is best to wipe it with a dry cloth, which helps the leaves become shiny.

6. If Clivia is exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, the leaves will turn yellow or even get scorched, so in summer you generally need to pay attention to shading it around noon.

7. Too much fertilizer or too much water will cause the leaves and roots to rot. It will also lead to the growth of bacteria, so in daily care you must control the amount of water and fertilizer well.