Abstract: As a flower lover who loves potted plants, we often need to change the pot soil for flowers so that they can have a better growing environment. This article will introduce the tips and steps for changing pots of a common potted plant-smooth sailing flowers, and hope to be helpful to the majority of potted enthusiasts...
As a flower lover who loves potted plants, we often need to change the pot soil for flowers so that they can have a better growing environment. This article will introduce the techniques and steps for changing pots of a common potted plant-smooth sailing flowers, hoping to be helpful to the majority of potted enthusiasts.
preparation tools and materials 1.1 flowerpot: Choose a flowerpot of the right size and depth to ensure that it can accommodate the root system of smooth sailing flowers.
1.2 Pelfloor gravel or ceramsite: used to provide drainage holes to prevent water accumulation.
1.3 Fresh culture soil: Select culture soil with loose texture and good water permeability.
Choose the right time 2.1 After the end of flowering period: The best time to change pots for smooth sailing flowers is after the end of flowering period, so as to avoid the impact of early or late pot change on flower growth.
2.2 Spring or autumn: Choose spring or autumn where the temperature is relatively stable to change pots to avoid extreme high or low temperature damage to flowers.
Remove smooth sailing flowers 3.1 Gently twist: Tilt the flower pot at a 45-degree angle, and then gently twist the flower pot to separate the flower roots from the wall of the pot.
3.2 Pull it out carefully: Use your other hand to hold the stem of the smooth sailing flower and carefully pull it out of the original pot. If you encounter stubborn root systems, you can use repairing scissors to gently cut them open.
Cleaning and pruning roots 4.1 Remove aging roots: Gently stroke the roots with your fingers to remove aging, sick and damaged roots.
4.2 Trim too long roots: Trim off too long roots to retain strong and vibrant roots.
Replacing the new pot 5.1 Pelvic floor gravel bedding: Lay a layer of Pelvic floor gravel or ceramsite on the bottom of the new pot to provide good drainage.
5.2 Add new culture soil: Pour fresh culture soil into the flower pot, taking care not to overfill it.
5.3 Positioning the smooth sailing flower: Place the pruned smooth sailing flower root system into a new pot to center it.
Soil filling and compaction 6.1 Soil filling: Gently fill the culture soil into the flower pot with your hands, and gently tap the flower pot while filling to help evenly distribute the culture soil.
6.2 Compaction: Gently compact the culture soil with your fingers to make it fit with the flower roots to avoid gaps.
Watering 7.1 Moderate amount of watering: After changing the pot, water the culture soil properly to make it moist but not stagnant water, which will help smooth the growth of flowers.
7.2 Avoid direct sunlight: Avoid exposure to the sun after changing pots to avoid excessive moisture evaporation.
Place in a ventilated environment 8.1 Avoid high temperatures and high humidity: smooth sailing flowers after changing pots should be placed in a well-ventilated environment to avoid high temperatures and high humidity.
8.2 Maintain a stable temperature: Try to keep the growth environment of smooth sailing flowers stable after changing pots to avoid adverse effects on their growth due to temperature fluctuations.
Appropriate fertilization 9.1 Choose the right fertilizer: Choose the right organic or inorganic fertilizer based on the characteristics of the smooth sailing flower.
9.2 Appropriate fertilization: Appropriate fertilization should be applied to smooth sailing flowers after changing pots to avoid excess or insufficient nutrients.
Regular management and observation 10.1 Regular pruning: Regularly prune withered or too long branches and leaves according to the growth of smooth sailing flowers.
10.2 Observation status: Regularly observe the growth status of smooth sailing flowers, including leaf color, flower status and root growth.
Maintain appropriate humidity 11.1 Avoid stagnant water: Pay attention to avoid stagnant water at the bottom of the basin, so as not to cause rot of the roots of smooth sailing flowers.
11.2 Spray moisturizing: When high temperatures in summer, spray moisturizing can be carried out appropriately to increase the humidity around the flowers.
Common Problems and Solutions 12.1 Poor growth: If poor growth occurs after changing pots, it may be caused by root injury or environmental changes, and management methods should be adjusted appropriately.
12.2 Pest and insect pest control: After changing pots, smooth sailing flowers are easily attacked by pests and diseases, so they should be inspected regularly and corresponding control measures should be taken.
Notes on changing pots 13.1 It is not advisable to change pots frequently: The frequency of changing pots for smooth sailing flowers should not be too frequent. Generally, it is enough to change pots every one to two years.
13.2 Operate cautiously: Operate gently and carefully when changing pots to avoid causing excessive damage to smooth sailing flowers.
Benefits of changing pots 14.1 Promote growth: Changing pots can provide a more suitable growth environment for smooth sailing flowers and promote their healthy growth.
14.2 Renewal of nutrient soil: Changing pots can update the nutrient soil of smooth sailing flowers so that it can obtain more nutrients.
Through the introduction of this article, we learned the specific steps and techniques for changing pots of smooth sailing flowers, which is a must-have skill for potted lovers. Only at the right time and the right method can we ensure the healthy growth of smooth sailing flowers and bring more beautiful flowers. When we see that smooth sailing flowers need to be changed, we may wish to follow the steps described in this article. I believe that our potted plants will thrive.