When is the best time to repot the tiger tail orchid?

Time to repot Sansevieria

As the Tiger Tail Orchid continues to grow, its roots become more developed and the original potting soil can no longer meet the growth needs of the plant. Repotting can increase the air permeability of the soil for the plant and increase the growth space of the roots. However, a newly purchased Tiger Tail Orchid generally does not need to be repotted immediately.

It is best to repot Sansevieria in spring, but it can also be done in autumn and winter, as long as the temperature is avoided when it is too low in winter. The temperature should be controlled at 15-25℃ when repotting, and the plant should be repotted about once every two years.

Methods and steps for repotting Tiger tail orchid

1. Treatment before repotting

Before repotting the Sansevieria trifasciata, you should cut off the water supply in advance, pat the four sides of the flowerpot, hold the flowerpot with one hand, and take out the plant with the other hand. After removing the old soil on the outside, you should also trim the rotten roots appropriately.

2. Prepare the flower pot

The new flowerpot chosen for the Sansevieria should be slightly larger than the previous one. Then soak the flowerpot in clean water, scrub it, and expose it to the sun for disinfection.

3. Choose soil matrix

Tiger Piranha prefers loose, breathable, and well-drained soil. You can use leaf mold, garden soil, or sandy soil to prepare it. Be sure to disinfect it before use.

4. Basin operation

Place some broken tiles at the bottom of the flowerpot, fill part of it with soil, then plant the plant in the pot and gently cover it with soil and compact it.