Can Rehmannia be planted in pots?

Can Rehmannia be planted in pots?

Rehmannia can be planted in pots, and it is more suitable to be maintained in flower pots. Generally, Rehmannia is a relatively small plant, and maintaining it in flower pots can also serve as a home decoration.

Potted Rehmannia generally requires a flowerpot with a diameter of 20 cm. It is best to use a clay pot or a plastic pot, which are relatively cheap. In addition, as long as you give it more light, you can ensure that the Rehmannia can bloom normally.

How to cultivate Rehmannia glutinosa in pots

1. Soil preparation

Generally, when planted in the ground, Rehmannia glutinosa likes to grow in fertile and moist soil, so it is best to choose loose and fertile sandy soil for potted Rehmannia glutinosa.

2. Pruning

The growth rate of Rehmannia glutinosa is relatively slow, so it basically does not need too much pruning. If you want to change its appearance, you can prune it less often.

3. Watering

Rehmannia has a very poor ability to absorb water and it has relatively few roots, so do not water it too much, otherwise the roots will not be able to fully absorb the water and water will accumulate.

4. Fertilization

Generally, you need to apply fertilizer to Rehmannia just after planting it. You can use animal manure, which has both nutritional value and low cost. The rest of the time, you can apply fertilizer once every half a month.