Precautions for repotting bonsai plants How to repot bonsai plants

When growing flowers at home, you often need to change the pots of the flowers. The purpose of changing the pots is to give the flowers a better growing space, allowing them to grow better and bloom more. So what are the precautions when changing the pots of potted plants?

Things to note when repotting potted plants

1. How many times should you change the pot?

When repotting, please note that the more times you repot, the better. Twice a year is the maximum . Repotting more often will hinder the normal growth of the potted plants and may even cause them to wither and die. If the growth is slow, repotting once every three years is enough .

2. Environment after repotting

After the pot is changed, the potted plants need to be placed in a cool and ventilated place . After about a week of adaptation, they can be moved to a sunny and well-ventilated place for maintenance. And it should be noted that it is best not to fertilize the plants within three months after the pot is changed .

Time to repot potted plants

Generally, after 1-3 years of potted plants growing , the nutrients in the pots will be consumed, and as the plants grow, the original pots are too small and not conducive to the expansion of the root system, so it is necessary to repot . However, repotting has high requirements for temperature, so try to choose spring and autumn when the climate is mild and suitable for the subsequent growth of potted plants.

Key points for potting repotting

1. Root pruning and drying

When repotting potted plants , old roots, diseased roots, rotten roots and weak roots should be trimmed . After pruning, soak the roots in diluted carbendazim or potassium permanganate solution for disinfection and sterilization, and then dry them in the sun for 2-3 days before planting.

2. Watering

Most potted plants cannot be watered immediately after being repotted . They must be placed in diffuse light for about 7-15 days. Wait until the soil is completely dry before watering . Water slowly and in small amounts to prevent water accumulation in the soil and root rot.

3. Soil for repotting

Generally , potted plants prefer loose, breathable, well-drained and fertile soil . You can buy ready-made soil suitable for potted plant growth on the market, or you can prepare it yourself according to the needs of potted plant growth and then use it after exposing it to the sun for sterilization.