How to repot Podocarpus

Podocarpus repotting time

When growing Podocarpus, it is necessary to repot it. Generally, the time for repotting is every two years. Podocarpus is a plant with a relatively developed root system and strong growth ability. It remains green all year round, so it consumes a lot of nutrients during its growth period. If the cultivation time has reached two years, a large number of Podocarpus roots may have grown in the flowerpot and the soil fertility will be exhausted. Therefore, it is best to repot the Podocarpus every two years.

The best time to repot is in spring and autumn.

How to repot Podocarpus

When repotting Podocarpus, you can change the soil. The soil can be a mixture of leaf mold, mountain soil, pond soil, etc. These soils can be configured according to a certain proportion, and some decomposed fertilizers can be added. It is best to expose the prepared soil to the sun to disinfect it.

When repotting, you should first take the Podocarpus out of the pot, preferably with the old soil. After taking out the plant, you can remove some of the old soil and then properly trim the overly long roots and rotten roots. You can also prune any overcrowded branches appropriately.

Put new soil in the flowerpot, then put the plant into the pot, let the roots stretch out, and cover it with soil. Note that the soil should be placed 2 cm away from the edge of the pot. After repotting, water the plant thoroughly and place the pot in a cool and ventilated place. After the seedlings have grown, maintain the plant normally.