How to change the pot of hibiscus chandelier

The season for repotting hibiscus

The chandelier hibiscus is usually repotted in early spring in April every year before being moved from the greenhouse to the outdoors.

Because it is spring, the chandelier hibiscus is about to enter the growing season, and it has higher requirements for soil, so it needs new soil for cultivation.

Preparation for repotting hibiscus

Prepare a new flowerpot. It is best to choose a ceramic flowerpot with holes at the bottom, which will help with drainage and ventilation.

Prepare new potting soil. The best soil matrix should be loose, fertile sandy soil, preferably rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic loam with a pH of 6.5-pH7 grows best. Apply enough base fertilizer and add a little phosphorus fertilizer to the bottom of the pot.

Steps to repotting hibiscus chandelier

Before repotting, you need to stop watering the chandelier hibiscus for a few days to allow the soil in the pot to separate from the pot wall.

After taking out the plant, cut off some of the overly fine and curly fibrous roots, and also cut off the roots that are too long and injured.

After placing the plant in a new pot, water it thoroughly once so that the soil in the pot can absorb enough water. Do not water it too often, and be sure to wait until the soil in the pot is dry before watering again.

Things to note when repotting hibiscus chandelier

When replacing a new pot, soak it in clean water for a day and night before planting flowers, then scrub it and let it dry before use to remove its dryness.

In order to maintain the beautiful shape of the tree and the abundance of flowers, you can do pruning and shaping before and after taking it out of the house in early spring. Except for leaving 2-3 buds at the base of each branch, all the upper parts should be cut back. Pruning can promote the growth of new branches, which will grow more vigorously and make the plant shape more beautiful.

After pruning the chandelier hibiscus, the consumption of the above-ground part is reduced, so water and fertilizer should be appropriately controlled, but it is best to spray the leaves of the chandelier hibiscus once a day.

The newly repotted chandelier hibiscus should be placed in a cool place, not exposed to the sun or in a drafty location to avoid damaging the flowers.