The method of repotting Clivia miniata
This article introduces the common knowledge of Clivia miniata cultivation, the method of repotting Clivia miniata, and the following editor will explain in detail for you
Clivia miniata has fleshy roots, strong drought resistance, but afraid of waterlogging, so it not only requires loose soil with good water permeability and breathability, but also requires good water permeability and breathability for the pot. Terra cotta pots, also known as unglazed pots, fully meet these two conditions. Therefore, it is best to use terra cotta pots for planting Clivia miniata.
Whether it is the seedlings grown after sowing or the seedlings planted by the division method, they all need to be repotted when they grow to a certain size. Generally, it is necessary to repot every 2 years, and the repotted plants need to be repotted again after these 2 years. This is because:
① The original small pot can no longer meet the needs of the plant's roots to extend further as the plant grows.
② The nutrients in the original potting soil have been absorbed almost completely, and some nutrient-rich new soil should be replaced to meet the plant's continued growth needs.
③ This is an opportunity to check for any root damage or infection, and if found, trim them in time to prevent further infection; if there are too many fibrous roots, some can be trimmed appropriately.
Young Clivia miniata seedlings should be repotted once or twice a year, while mature Clivia miniata should be repotted once a year or every two to three years. This is done in spring and autumn because the temperature is suitable. After the potting soil is turned over, the roots will quickly absorb water and nutrients from the loose and fertile new soil, without affecting the plant's growth due to repotting.
The best time for repotting is in spring (usually before Guyu in spring) and autumn, when the temperature is around 20°C (note: not during the flowering period). The new pot should be larger than the original pot to allow for further root growth. Add some superphosphate (or bone meal) to the potting soil and mix it evenly as a base fertilizer. When repotting, first insert a small knife along the inner wall of the pot into the soil and make a full circle to separate the old potting soil from the pot wall. Then, with the right hand palm facing down, insert the middle and ring fingers into the base of the plant's stem, spread the five fingers to hold the potting soil tightly; the left hand flips the pot to place the potting soil and the plant on the palm (if the plant is large and the pot is heavy, two people are needed to operate together). Then remove most of the potting soil, leaving a small part of the root-attached soil, spray with water, and immediately plant in a new pot. When planting, place the plant in the center of the pot, allowing the roots to spread freely, trim some of the longer roots, and leave some coiled at the bottom of the pot. Then gradually add soil, shaking the pot to fill the gaps between the roots, ensuring good contact with the roots. Finally, raise the plant 1-2 centimeters higher, straighten the roots, shake the pot again, and gently press the soil surface, then water thoroughly and place the pot in a shaded area.
The timing and frequency of repotting Clivia miniata depend on the size of the seedlings and the season. For example, mature Clivia miniata should be repotted once a year. The best time to change the soil is in spring and autumn because the plant grows vigorously at this time, and repotting will not affect the growth of the plant. Remove Clivia miniata from the pot, cut off the rotting roots and old roots without absorption capacity, and remove the waste soil. Cover the drainage hole of the pot with broken pot pieces, fill 2-5 centimeters of nutrient-rich soil inside, pack the root interior with soil, place the plant in the pot, and fill the pot with nutrient-rich soil halfway up. Gently press down along the pot rim with your hand, so that the roots are standing in the pot and not easily bent. The key to repotting is to pack the roots with soil. Otherwise, without soil, water and nutrients cannot reach the roots, which can cause root rot and arrow disease. After replacing the nutrient-rich soil, water thoroughly.
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