How to Repot the滴水观音
Today, the editor will explain how to repot the滴水观音 and the precautions for changing the pot related to the cultivation of flowers. Let's proceed with the introduction.
Key point: The滴水观音 belongs to the Araceae family. It is important to note that almost all plants in the Araceae family are toxic, mainly the sap being toxic. The滴水观音 is also known by the name "wolf poison," which gives an idea of its toxicity. The sap from the roots, stems, and leaves is toxic, so it is not recommended to keep滴水观音 indoors in households with children.
The name of滴水观音 actually comes from the phenomenon that when there is sufficient water, we can see water droplets on the edges and tips of the leaves, hence the name滴水观音. This droplet phenomenon is called guttation and indicates that the plant is growing vigorously.
Netizens often ask whether滴水观音 needs to be repotted in spring and what are the key points of its maintenance in spring? Although these seem like two questions, we will address them separately.
Does the滴水观音 Need to Be Repotted in Spring? How to Repot?
Actually,滴水观音 is rarely repotted. As a perennial creeping plant, there is no need to repot it frequently. Some people repot it every year, but it's unnecessary. Repotting every 5 years is perfectly fine. Of course, the creeping stem of滴水观音 can sprout many young plants. In such cases, just cut them off and plant them. So, when is it necessary to repot?
Repotting is needed when changing from a small pot to a larger one, when the roots are severely rotting, or when the plant needs to be moved to a different location in the garden or courtyard. The roots of滴水观音 are very numerous, so the main tasks during repotting are pruning the leaves, dividing the plant, changing the soil, and providing aftercare for the young plants.
How to Repot the滴水观音
After removing the plant from the pot, it is recommended to prune the roots. If the rot is severe, it is advisable to wash and disinfect the roots. If there are many young plants, they can be separated to be cared for as new plants. Prune the withered roots, remove yellow leaves, and cut off some leaves to reduce water loss. After pruning, let the plant dry slightly.
Then repot with fresh soil. It is recommended to change the soil completely. If using the original soil, it should be exposed to sunlight for disinfection first, then mixed with humus soil before use to increase aeration and nutrition. After repotting, there's no need to press the soil too tightly; just slightly press it down. When watering, do not make it too wet; just moisten the soil until water seeps out from the bottom.
Lazy Maintenance Is Best for the滴水观音 in Spring
How to care for the滴水观音 in spring? I think lazy maintenance is the best approach, with less watering and fertilizing, but more ventilation and sunlight. I believe the key issues to pay attention to are: water when the soil is dry, provide ventilation and indirect light, and prevent late spring cold spells.