When and how to repot roses

Rose repotting time

Roses can be repotted in spring, summer and autumn, but be sure to avoid their flowering period and the period before flowering. It is recommended to repot roses in March in spring and late autumn. If roses do not bloom, the time for repotting is more flexible.

Rose repotting method and steps

1. Remove the plant from the pot : When removing the plant from the pot, first use a small shovel to draw a circle along the inner wall of the pot, or tap the outer wall of the pot gently, both of which can make the potting soil easier to separate. Then turn the pot upside down, hold the rhizome, and carefully take it out.

2. Root pruning : first take out the plant, shake off some of the soil around the roots, then cut off the old roots and rotten roots, keep appropriate branches, and heavily prune the rest. The cuts should be cut flat. For short plants, do not keep the flower buds.

3. Prepare potting soil : Prepare a flowerpot with good air permeability and suitable for plant growth. The soil should be loose and well-drained. You can mix old soil and new soil.

4. Plant in a pot : Place the rose in the middle of the prepared soil, fill the soil after the roots are stretched out, leaving no gaps, press the soil around it firmly, and finally place it in a well-lit and ventilated place.

Maintenance of rose after repotting

Water the roses thoroughly 3 days before repotting to make them easy to dig. When repotting, take out the plants in the early morning and try to keep the old soil. After potting, spray some carbendazim for sterilization to prevent diseases and pests.