How to change the soil and pots of potted plants

Time to repot potted plants

Potted plants can be repotted all year round, but the best time to do so is in spring, because the climate is warm at this time, everything is revived, and potted plants can adapt quickly after being repotted.

Changing the soil and potting of potted plants

The reason why potted plants need to have their soil and pots changed during planting is because the nutrients in the soil in the pot are consumed at a high level and the soil needs to be changed. On the other hand, as the plants grow bigger, they need to be potted in a larger size to facilitate the growth of the plant's roots.

When changing the soil and pots for potted plants, it is best to place them in a warm, semi-shaded, ventilated environment. Do not apply fertilizer after repotting, as this will damage the root system. Fertilizing can only be resumed after the plants have adapted to the pot.

How to change the soil and pots of potted plants

1. Remove the pot

Before changing the soil and pots of potted plants, you can water them one day in advance to loosen the soil. Then take the entire root system out of the pot and cut off some old and yellow leaves. This can reduce the consumption of nutrients and water and help the plants grow better.

2. Prepare the soil

It is best to use fertile nutrient soil or peat soil to plant potted plants. You can also use your own soil, but you must ensure good water permeability.

3. Planting

When planting, you need to remove some of the original soil on the roots, trim the roots, cut off some dead and diseased roots, and unhealthy roots, soak them in wood ash water, and then plant them directly in the prepared potting soil after drying, and compact the soil.

Maintenance of potted plants after changing soil

1. Watering

After changing the soil of potted plants, you should water them sufficiently to keep the soil slightly moist, but be sure not to water them too frequently, otherwise the roots will easily rot. You can spray water on the leaves to create a growing environment with high air humidity.

2. Fertilization

Do not fertilize potted plants immediately after changing the soil. Wait until new leaves grow before applying fertilizer. If you fertilize immediately, fertilizer damage will occur and affect acclimatization.

3. Pruning

After changing the soil for potted plants, the main branches should be retained, and the old and dry branches should be cut off, and those with weak growth should also be pruned. Plants with rotten and dead roots should be pruned and disinfected.

4. Lighting

After changing the soil, potted plants can be kept in a place with sufficient light. Even if the light is insufficient, potted plants can maintain good growth. However, when cultivating, you need to pay attention to the fact that direct sunlight has a great impact on potted plants, so you must take shade measures.