When is the best time to transplant azalea? Things to pay attention to when transplanting

1. When is the best time to transplant azalea

The time to transplant azaleas should be around the Qingming Festival every year, specifically around April. The temperature has started to rise during this period, and before flowering, the plants have not yet fully resumed their growth. Transplanting will reduce root damage, it will also resume growth faster, and the survival rate will be greatly improved.

2. Precautions for transplanting azalea

1. Soil: Pay attention to the use of soil when transplanting. The soil must be loose and breathable with good drainage. It can be mixed with garden soil and river sand. After preparation, it needs to be disinfected and sterilized before use. If the soil is too sticky, the plants will grow poorly or even die.

2. Pruning: Prune before transplanting into the soil. Cut off the leaves and dense flower buds to reduce nutrient consumption and prevent water from evaporating too quickly. The root system also needs to be pruned, and rotten roots and old roots should be cut off, so that it can better absorb water and nutrients after being potted, promoting stronger growth in the later stage.

3. Maintenance of azalea after transplanting

After transplanting into the soil, water thoroughly as soon as possible, that is, rooting water, which can promote a better combination of the plant and the potting soil. Don’t water too much in the later stage, and don’t allow water to accumulate. It is recommended to wait until the soil is dry before watering. Don't rush to apply fertilizer. Wait until the wound heals and growth resumes before applying thin fertilizer to increase the nutrients.