Should I use a large or small basin for Bear's Paw?

Should I use a large or small basin for Bear's Paw?

When caring for Bear's Paw, you can decide whether to use a large or small pot based on the specific size of the plant. Generally, when Bear's Paw is just starting to grow, you can use a smaller pot for care. When the plant grows larger, you can switch to a larger pot for care.

Growth environment: Bear's Paw likes warm and sunny environment, and prefers dry environment during the growth period. The best growth temperature is around 18-24 degrees. Generally, water it when the soil is dry and wet.

Repotting time: Bear's Paw needs to be replaced with a new pot for maintenance after 1 or 2 years of growth. It is generally most appropriate to repot Bear's Paw in April or May in spring or September or October in autumn. The best time to repot is when the weather is clear.

Should I use a deep or shallow basin for my bear's paw?

When Bear's Paw is first planted, it is more suitable to use a shallow pot for maintenance. Using a deep pot is not conducive to the root system's absorption of nutrients, and in severe cases it will cause root rot. After the plant grows larger, it can be maintained in a deep pot. Using a shallow pot will inhibit the growth of the root system.

When planting Bear's Paw, it is more suitable to use a flower pot with good air permeability. Generally, clay pots or tile pots can be used to plant Bear's Paw, but red pottery pots with too good air permeability should also be avoided. However, it needs to be watered more frequently when using them.

How to repot the bear's paw

1. Remove the pot and prune the roots

When repotting the Bear's Paw, be gentle and do not damage the roots. After taking it out, shake off the soil on the roots and clean the roots. If there are dead or rotten roots, cut them off and then treat them with disinfectant.

2. Prepare the soil

Before planting Bear's Paw, you need to prepare a larger flowerpot with good air permeability. The planting soil generally only needs to be breathable and well drained, and the soil can be made of leaf mold.

3. Put it in the basin

When planting Bear's Paw in a pot, the soil needs to be compacted, then watered thoroughly, and then placed in a cool and ventilated place to allow the seedlings to grow for a while.