When and how to change the soil for pomegranates

Pomegranate soil changing time

For pomegranates, the best time to change the soil is after autumn every year, so that it will not affect the fruiting in the second year, but anti-freeze measures must be taken. Spring is also the best season when the buds just sprout, which is very conducive to growth.

How to repot and change soil for pomegranate

1. When potting: 1-2 tiles need to be placed on the hole at the bottom of the pot, and a layer of coarse sand should be placed at the bottom of the pot to enhance the air permeability of the soil. Then fill in some nutrient soil, put the pomegranate seedlings in, and then fill the pot with soil. Lift the seedling stem, then pat the pot soil to make the roots close to the soil, and then water it thoroughly.

2. When repotting: you need to add organic fertilizers such as decomposed bone meal, then take the pomegranate with soil out of the pot, cut off the mesh roots, and remove about 1/4 of the soil at the roots, and finally repot the plant.

Pomegranate soil replacement precautions

1. Pay attention to the time : Although pomegranate has a strong ability to adapt to the growing environment, repotting is a risky task after all. The operation will more or less cause certain damage to the plant, thus affecting the acclimatization process, so it is best to change the soil after autumn.

2. Proper pruning of branches and leaves : Since the pomegranate that has just been repotted will soon enter the seedling acclimatization stage, before the seedling acclimatization is completed, its root system's ability to supply nutrients and water is very low and limited. If there are too many branches and leaves, the water consumption and transpiration will increase, so timely pruning is required.

3. Pay attention to protecting the root system : The function of the root system is to supply water and nutrients to the tree, thereby providing protection for the germination and growth of the plant. Once the root system is damaged, the root's ability to supply water and fertilizer will inevitably be reduced, thus affecting the normal growth of the plant.

4. Pay attention to seedling management : The pomegranates that have just been potted are very fragile and more susceptible to diseases and insects. They should be placed in a semi-shaded and ventilated sunny place for maintenance in time to avoid exposing them to the sun too early to accelerate water evaporation and cause dehydration and death.

5. Reasonable soil preparation : Pomegranate is relatively easy to cultivate. Generally, it is best to plant it in sandy soil rich in humus and fertile, and it must also have good drainage.

6. Ensure base fertilizer : After changing the soil of the pomegranate, add an appropriate amount of fermented organic fertilizer and a small amount of potassium sulfate compound fertilizer to the potting soil, so that it will have sufficient nutrients for growth.

How to care for pomegranate after changing soil

1. Sunlight : After changing the soil of the pomegranate, you need to see the extent of the root damage. If it is light, you can water it thoroughly and place it outdoors to receive sunlight. If it is severe, it is best to maintain it in the shade first.

2. Reasonable watering : Pomegranates need to be watered during the period of seedling growth after changing the soil. Do not rush to water them in a short period of time. After all, their root system has not yet recovered its normal water absorption capacity. Usually, you can water them when the soil in the pot becomes dry and is almost dry in 5 days.

3. Reasonable fertilization : Reasonable fertilization is also necessary, which is also very important. When applying fertilizer, it is generally best to loosen the soil first. After loosening the soil, the soil will become looser, so that the fertilizer can be better absorbed after fertilization.

4. Temperature control : The temperature needs to be controlled as necessary. If the temperature is not controlled well, it will easily cause the pomegranate to wither and die. Generally, the temperature should be controlled at around 25 degrees, so that the pomegranate can grow quickly.

5. Pruning : Necessary pruning is also required, especially those withered branches and leaves, which need to be pruned off. This can promote the growth of other branches and leaves, which is of great help to the maintenance of pomegranates.

6. Yellowing leaves : The leaves of the pomegranate turn yellow after the soil is changed because the season for repotting is wrong. The pot should be changed about half a month before the spring buds. At this time, heavy pruning should be carried out when repotting, and it is appropriate to leave about 1/3 of the branches.