When is the best time to repot the Kimberley Diamond
Based on the experience of most people in terms of Kimberley Diamond plant care, here is a detailed introduction on when it is appropriate to repot.
When is the best time to repot the Kimberley Diamond
It is best to repot begonias in spring and autumn, as the plants recover quickly after repotting and have a high survival rate. The optimal time is in April. It should not be repotted in summer and winter, as it is difficult to adapt and survive. After repotting, it should not be watered immediately; you can water thoroughly after 2-3 hours. It also requires good ventilation and should be cared for in a semi-shaded area.
Begonia repotting time
After a period of cultivation, the nutrients in the soil may have been lost, and it can no longer provide comprehensive nutrition for the begonia. Therefore, after a certain period of care, it is necessary to repot the begonia to increase nutrition and improve aeration, allowing the plant to grow vigorously and produce more flowers.
Begonia repotting time is best in spring and autumn. The plants recover quickly after repotting and have a high survival rate. The optimal time is in April. It should not be repotted in summer and winter, as it is difficult to adapt and survive.
Begonia repotting methods and steps
Before repottingStop watering the begonia before repotting to maintain a slightly dry soil condition, which is beneficial for later potting and causes minimal damage to the roots.
Preparing the potWhen choosing a pot for the begonia, it is better to choose a deeper one to provide enough growth space for the roots, and the pot should have good aeration and drainage.
Choosing soil substrateBegonias prefer fertile and loose soil. Common materials include garden soil, decomposed leaf mold, peat, river sand, rice husk ash, sawdust, moss, etc. Generally, a mixture of 3 parts decomposed leaf mold, 5 parts garden soil, and 2 parts river sand can be used.
Begonia repotting stepsGently tap the sides of the pot to slightly separate the plant from the pot, remove some of the original soil, retain the old soil around the roots, cut off old and withered roots, and replant in new soil.
Caring for the begonia after repotting
1. Watering
There's no need to water immediately after repotting the begonia to prevent root damage and rot. You can water thoroughly after 2-3 hours.
2. Light
Begonias enjoy scattered light. After repotting, they can be placed in a semi-shaded area inside the house. In summer, when sunlight is strong, shading is necessary.
3. Yellowing leaves treatment
If begonias are kept in the shade for too long, the leaves may turn yellow. Move them to a semi-shaded area, as newly repotted plants are fragile and cannot be placed directly in the sun.
4. Daily pruning
During repotting, you can prune decayed and old roots to promote the growth of new roots.
The above is an introduction to the method of determining when it is appropriate to repot the Kimberley Diamond, which can be used as a reference suggestion.