The dragon blood tree is also called the green orchid. It is native to tropical Africa and South Asia. It grows all year round, so many people grow it at home. The dragon blood tree can be repotted all year round, so what are the precautions for repotting the dragon blood tree? Precautions for repotting Dracaena1. Avoid damaging the root system Be careful when removing the dragon blood tree from the pot to avoid damaging the root system of the dragon blood tree . The soil in the new pot should be consistent with the old soil as much as possible. It cannot be exposed to light and watered immediately after potting . It needs to be placed in a cool place for 3-5 days before watering, and the light should be increased slowly. 2. Flowerpot selection The leaves of the dragon blood tree grow quickly and droop. To prevent the leaves from drooping too low, try to choose a higher flower pot . To ensure the normal breathing and growth of the plant, you need to choose a ceramic pot or purple clay pot with good air permeability . Time to repot dragon blood treeGenerally, the Dracaena needs to be repotted after 2-3 years of care . Dracaena grown under natural conditions or in home potted plants need to be repotted in April . Key points for repotting dragon blood trees1. Root pruning and drying When repotting the Dracaena , some old and dry roots need to be cut off . The roots then need to be soaked in potassium permanganate solution for disinfection and sterilization, and the cuts must be dried before they can be planted. 2. Watering Do not water the Dracaena immediately after repotting . Generally, it takes three to five days before adding an appropriate amount of water . Do not apply fertilizer, otherwise it will cause fertilizer damage. 3. Soil for repotting Dracaena is suitable for planting in fertile soil with good air permeability . When repotting, a layer of broken tiles needs to be placed at the bottom of the new pot to ensure drainage and air permeability. The Dracaena potted plants at home can be prepared by mixing perlite, peat or coal slag and humus soil, but they need to be exposed to the sun and disinfected before use. How long does it take for the dragon blood tree to grow slowly after repotting?When changing the soil for the dragon blood tree, a certain period of seedling acclimatization is required. This is mainly because the dragon blood tree cannot recover in a short time after the soil is changed. After the dragon blood tree is transplanted, it takes about 7 to 10 days for the seedling to adapt to the pot. |
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