When is the best time to repot boxwood? Repotting methods and precautions

Time to repot boxwood

The boxwood needs to be repotted, which can meet the growth of the roots and provide more nutrients to help it grow vigorously. Generally speaking, it can be repotted all year round, but it is best to do it in March in spring. The temperature is neither high nor low at this time, which is the right time for the plant to resume growth. It can recover immediately after repotting.

How to repot boxwood

1. Root pruning and disinfection

Before repotting the boxwood, you can prepare loose and fertile soil by mixing sandy garden soil, humus soil, and perlite. It is recommended to trim the roots of the boxwood after it is removed from the pot. Prune away all the damaged roots and some dead roots, wrap the roots with wood ash for disinfection, and let the wounds air naturally after disinfection.

2. Shallow planting in pots

After the roots are pruned and disinfected, they can be potted. When potting, it is recommended to plant shallowly and bury the mud ball that comes with it. Don't bury it too deep. Burying it too deep will cause the root respiration to weaken, resulting in slow acclimatization. Slow acclimatization will cause the branches to wither and fall off, which will affect the shape and branch survival rate.

3. Slow seedling maintenance

After repotting, we water the plant thoroughly to help it take root, then move it to a cool and ventilated place to grow and maintain it. Don't water it too often, and keep the soil moist. After half a month, you can place it in scattered light for maintenance. Once you see new sprouts, you can maintain it normally.

Things to note when repotting boxwood

Boxwood likes a warm environment. After repotting, the ambient temperature should be between 15-25 degrees. In summer, when the temperature is high, it needs to be moved to a cool place to ensure good ventilation. The air humidity in the maintenance location should be above 65%. After it takes root, it can be maintained normally.