Repotting without pruning the roots is a waste of time, and expecting the pot to burst is just a dream!

Repotting without pruning the roots = no use

When repotting, you should carefully check the growth of the roots and promptly cut off rotten roots, diseased roots, and empty roots so that the roots can better absorb nutrients and grow quickly and well. Huahua uses Clivia as an example to explain the steps of repotting and root pruning.

1. Remove the Clivia from the pot

Stop watering 7 days in advance to make it easier for the Clivia to be removed from the pot and reduce root damage. First, insert a wooden stick into the soil along the edge of the flowerpot to loosen the soil, and then remove the Clivia from the pot along with the old soil.

2. Clean the root soil

Use your hands to gently remove the dirt on the roots, leaving the root system completely and clearly exposed. Carefully observe the growth of the roots to see if there are any insects, rotten roots, etc.

3. Prune the roots

Find a sharp knife, burn it with fire to disinfect it first, then cut off rotten roots, diseased roots, empty roots, overly long roots, etc. This can avoid the symptoms of root rot, diseases and pests after repotting. If the roots are not trimmed, the repotting will be in vain.

4. Soak in carbendazim and solution

After the root pruning is completed, put it in a solution of carbendazim, soak it for 20 minutes, take it out, and put it in a cool and ventilated place to dry.

5. Put it in the basin

Mix river sand and leaf mold in a ratio of 2:5. First spread a layer of soil on the bottom of the pot, then a layer of rotted chicken manure, and then sprinkle another layer of soil. Put the roots of the Clivia into the soil, fill the soil, and gently compact it with your hands. Finally, water it thoroughly and place it under scattered light for 1 month to grow the seedlings.

What else should I pay attention to when changing pots?

In addition to root pruning, many flower lovers have many questions about repotting. Huahua will talk about it in detail today. Flower lovers, come and have a look!

1. When is the right time to change the pot?

It is suitable to repot in early spring or late autumn, when the temperature is around 20 degrees. It is not suitable to repot in summer and winter, as it is easy to cause root disease and rot in summer, and easy to cause frostbite in winter.

2. Is it better to change the pot in the morning or in the evening?

Generally speaking, Huahua recommends that you change pots in the evening. The sunlight is not strong and the temperature is relatively low in the evening, and the transpiration of the leaves is also low, which is more conducive to acclimatization.

3. Do I need to cut off the water supply before repotting? How long will the water be cut off?

Cut off water before repotting to make it easier for the plant to be removed from the pot and reduce root damage. Depending on the size of the flowers, for large flowers, stop watering 15-30 days in advance; for medium-sized flowers, stop watering 15 days in advance; for small flowers, stop watering 7 days in advance.

4. How often should you change the pot?

The frequency of repotting is divided according to the size of the flowers. For small flowers like green ivy and Clivia, it is enough to repot once a year; for flowers like money tree, lucky tree, peace tree, etc., it is enough to repot once every two years.

5. What are the requirements for changing flower pots?

The new flowerpot should be larger than the old one, so that the roots have enough space to grow. There must also be drainage holes.

6. What else should I do after changing the pot?

After changing the pot, if you find that the branches are too dense and the leaves are too many, you can use a knife to trim off some of the branches and leaves. This can reduce the burden on the roots and allow the flowers to adapt to the pot as soon as possible. Don't expose it to direct sunlight, just put it in a cool and ventilated place.

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