Can the soil of Clivia be changed in winter? (How to change the pot and soil of Clivia in winter)

Can I change the potting soil of Clivia in winter?

It is generally best to repot and change the soil for Clivia in spring and autumn , March to April in spring and August to September in autumn. However, there are differences between the north and south, and the south can be appropriately delayed. At this time, the weather is cool and the temperature is suitable. It is better to change the soil early in spring rather than late, and it is better to change the soil late in autumn rather than early.

In fact, the potting soil of Clivia can also be changed after entering winter. Clivia is maintained indoors, so the potting of Clivia is basically not affected by temperature.

However, when repotting in winter, it is best to use leaf mold to replant the seeds. This will shorten the acclimatization period for the seedlings and allow them to quickly adapt to the new soil environment. The most important thing is that the soil should be loose and breathable.

There is one situation in which you cannot repot Clivia in winter, that is, you cannot repot Clivia during its flowering period . The flowering period of Clivia is affected by the growing environment, and some Clivia blooms in December. Therefore, you cannot repot in this situation. If you force the repot, the flower buds will fall off at best , and the Clivia will not grow for a year at worst.

How to repot Clivia in winter

Clivia is usually repotted in moist soil in winter, which means first wet the leaf humus with a spray bottle. Then turn the Clivia upside down with the roots facing up, grab a handful of leaf humus in the middle of the roots, and then plant it.

The purpose of doing this is to allow the roots to fully fit the soil and prevent the roots from intertwining and affecting growth. Do not water after planting. It usually takes 7 days for the seedlings to grow . After 7 days, you can maintain it normally .

Things to note when repotting Clivia in winter

①Choose a flower pot with good air permeability

When caring for Clivia indoors in winter, pay attention to the selection of pots. Try to use ceramic pots, which are more breathable and water-permeable and will not rot the roots. Indoor ventilation is poor, and planting in plastic pots will easily cause root rot.

② Cut off water supply in advance

You should also pay more attention when repotting. On the one hand, before repotting, you should cut off the water a few days in advance to keep the soil in the pot of the Clivia relatively dry. This will make it easier for the plant to fall out of the pot and reduce the damage to the roots.

③Root pruning

Secondly, when repotting the Clivia, you should properly repair its roots, remove old or damaged roots, sterilize the wounds, and let them dry before repotting.