When is the right time to repot the lucky tree?

Lucky tree repotting time

The lucky tree is a large plant and generally needs to be repotted every two years. In order to supply the huge branch and leaf system, its roots and rhizomes must absorb as much nutrients as possible and will squeeze the soil dry. Replacing the soil can ensure that the plant continues to grow better. A newly purchased lucky tree does not need to be repotted.

Spring and autumn are the best time to repot the lucky tree. In the hot summer, repotting can easily cause the plant to lose water and die, while in the winter, the temperature is too low and the plant is prone to frostbite. It is most appropriate to repot in spring and autumn when the temperature is balanced and the external environment does not change much.

Methods and steps for repotting the lucky tree

1. Treatment before repotting

Before repotting the lucky tree, the roots and soil must first be separated. You can do this by tapping the pot wall to ensure that the main root of the plant is not stuck to the soil, and then pour in an appropriate amount of water to remove it.

2. Prepare the flower pot

The lucky tree needs a flowerpot with a diameter of more than 40 cm, and it is best to use a clay pot, which can better regulate soil moisture and improve soil permeability.

3. Choose soil matrix

The lucky tree is suitable for growing in a hydrophobic environment. When preparing the base soil, you can use peat soil and river sand to ensure good soil drainage, and you can add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer to improve the fertility.

4. Basin operation

Since the lucky tree plant is large, you can first cover the bottom of the flowerpot with an appropriate amount of soil, then put the plant roots in, and then gradually add the remaining soil to ensure that the plant's roots are not damaged.