When is the best time to repot clematis?

The right time to repot clematis

Generally speaking, the time to repot clematis should be in spring . The plant grows faster in spring. Repotting can promote the plant's adaptability, thereby improving the survival rate, which is beneficial to the later growth and development of clematis. You can also choose to repot in winter, but you must maintain a good temperature to make the clematis grow better.

Preparations for repotting clematis

Before repotting the clematis, you should determine the flowerpot according to the size of the clematis, or you can replace it with a slightly larger pot. It is also recommended to use a substrate mixed with garden soil, peat soil, wood ash and sand, and you can also apply a little base fertilizer.

Then, place stones and tiles at the bottom of the flowerpot as a drainage layer, and then fill the flowerpot with soil. This will meet the growth needs of clematis.

Methods and key points for repotting clematis

1. Remove the pot and prune the roots

First take out the clematis and gently tap the sides of the flowerpot to help separate the flowerpot and the clematis. Be careful not to damage the roots. After taking it out, you can keep the original soil, or shake off the mud on the roots and then wash it clean. Finally, cut off the rotten and old roots appropriately to make the clematis grow better.

2. Planting in pots

After processing, fill the flowerpot with soil, plant the clematis in the pot and make sure the roots are stretched, then fill the soil around it, change it, water it thoroughly, and place it in a cool and ventilated place.