What to do if the leaves of bougainvillea wilt after repotting

1. Treatment methods

1. Increase light: The leaves of Bougainvillea become wilted after repotting, which may be caused by insufficient light exposure. Usually, you should place it in a well-lit place, preferably with about 8 hours of light a day.

2. Appropriate watering: If you water too much or lack water for a long time, it will affect the root growth of the plant and the leaves will naturally wilt. If it is short of water, you need to replenish water in time. If there is water accumulation in the soil, drain it as soon as possible and place it in a ventilated position to allow its leaves to return to normal.

3. Reduce fertilization: Applying too much fertilizer after repotting will cause root burn and the leaves will wilt. At this time, increase the amount of watering appropriately to dilute and drain the excess fertilizer. If the problem is serious, replace the soil with new one.

2. Correct method of changing pots

Repotting should be done when the bougainvillea has grown for 2-3 years, and the best time is spring and autumn. Before repotting, water less and let the soil dry slightly. After taking out the plant, trim off the diseased and rotten roots. Replace half of the old soil with new soil, and leave the remaining half of the soil around the roots. Don't replace all of it with new soil, as it will not grow well due to lack of adaptation.