Things to note when repotting vinca rosea: root pruning, watering, and maintenance are also important

Precautions for repotting Catharanthus roseus

The best time to repot Catharanthus roseus is usually between March and May in spring. When repotting, the necrotic roots of Catharanthus roseus should be cleaned. It is best to disinfect the roots of Catharanthus roseus again before repotting, which is conducive to better growth of Catharanthus roseus.

1. Changing pots of Catharanthus roseus during the seedling stage:

In the early stages of growth, Catharanthus roseus can mostly be planted in small pots. When it grows up, it needs to be transplanted into a larger pot. When changing the pot, you need to pay attention to the soil in the pot. It does not need to be too wet. Just use a drier potting soil. The old soil stuck to the roots must be removed to avoid damage to the roots.

2. Changing pots during the growth period of Catharanthus roseus:

If you change the pot during the growing season, you must pay attention to that we only need to remove the soil on the surface of the soil ball, and then cut off the old roots and curled roots underneath, and then dry them in the sun, apply disinfectant, and then change the pot.

Key points for repotting Catharanthus roseus

1. Root pruning and drying

Before repotting Catharanthus roseus, pruning its roots and drying them in the sun will help it adapt faster after repotting. It is best to water it promptly after repotting, but be careful not to use too much water, just water it thoroughly. After that, you need to loosen the soil, which can help the roots of Catharanthus roseus breathe.

2. Soil for repotting

Catharanthus roseus prefers loose, breathable sandy soil. It can be used with garden soil mixed with leaf mold, but it cannot be cultivated with clay and leaf mold.