When and how to change the soil of Clerodendrum thomsoniae

Time to change soil for Dragon's Tongue

Generally, the soil of Clerodendrum thomsoniae should be changed in early spring or after the flowers fade. Changing the soil during these two periods will not cause great harm to the plant, and will help the plant adapt to the pot as soon as possible.

How to change the pot and soil of Clerodendrum thomsoniae

1. First prepare a flower pot with good permeability and soft and breathable soil, then take the Clerodendrum thomsoniae out of the old soil. After taking it out, shake the plant slightly to shake off the old soil that is easily loosened.

2. Take a small amount of new flower soil and spread it to the bottom of the new flowerpot. Then plant the plant in the pot and use the remaining flower soil to fill the space in the pot to 90%. After that, place it in a semi-shaded, ventilated and warm room for maintenance.

Precautions for changing soil for Clerodendrum thomsoniae

1. The most important thing to pay attention to when changing the soil for Clerodendrum thomsoniae is to choose a good soil. It is best to use fertile soil with good drainage for cultivation. A mixed soil of peat can be used. The soil needs to be changed in spring to increase nutrition and promote the growth of Clerodendrum thomsoniae.

2. It is best to use loose and breathable soil when changing the soil for Clerodendrum thomsoniae. You can use leaf mold, garden soil, sandy soil, and add a small amount of cake fertilizer powder to mix and prepare the cultivation.

3. It is better to apply fertilizer containing phosphorus and potassium as base fertilizer when changing the soil of Clerodendrum thomsoniae, or apply multi-element flower fertilizer and spray nutrient solution.

Maintenance method of Clerodendrum thomsoniae after soil change

1. After changing the soil, the Clerodendrum thomsoniae is afraid of direct sunlight. It should be given sufficient light in spring and autumn. In summer, it should be moved under a shaded place or a shaded place to receive scattered light. After winter, it should be moved indoors to a sunny place, watering should be controlled, fertilization should be stopped, and the room temperature should be kept above 12°C to safely overwinter.

2. After changing the soil of the Clerodendrum thomsoniae, watering it depends on the dryness of the soil. If the soil is dry, water it immediately. If it is not dry, you can wait a while before watering. Watering should be done in the morning or evening.

3. The leaves of Clerodendrum thomsoniae turn yellow after changing the soil because the environment has been shaded for a long time. If the plant is short of water and the air is dry, its leaves may also turn yellow.

4. After changing the soil, the Clerodendrum thomsoniae cannot be exposed to the sun immediately. It usually takes 5-7 days to acclimate to the pot. After that, it can be exposed to the sun.