Indoor plants need proper and timely care more than garden plants. Inexperienced gardeners experience difficulties during the first transplant, however, the process itself is quite simple, if we approach it with responsibility.
Spring is an ideal time for transplanting indoor plants. At this time, the flowers are preparing for the growing season. It is important to determine which flowers need to be transplanted.
Young and fast-growing flowers should be replanted every year. This is quite understandable by the fact that such plants simply become crowded in pots and, for normal development, they need to be gradually transplanted into larger diameter pots. But adult plants no longer need an annual container change, but only in case of urgent need.
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Transplant method
The first thing to do with the onset of spring heat is to decide on the method of transplantation. Depending on the needs of the flower, you can simply transfer it to another pot with the same lump of earth, partially change the earth mixture and pick up a new container, or you can completely replace the soil.
First way It is used for active flower growth and is necessary to ensure that the root system is comfortably located in the container. The intensity and proper development of the flower depend on this.
To the second method it is worth resorting to if the land is already exhausted and has lost its useful properties. In this case, the plant must be carefully pulled out of the pot with a lump of soil, gently shake and transfer to a new pot with fresh earthen mixture. If desired, the container can be left, changing only the ground.
Third way It is considered the most radical and is used in cases of illness or infection of the flower, as well as if the rules of care were violated: flower overflow or freezing. It is also important to wash the roots and disinfect them with a light solution of potassium permanganate.
The correct earthen mixture
The efficiency of transplantation depends on how correctly the new soil is selected. It is recommended to purchase the finished mixture in a specialized store, which is already adapted to a specific plant. If this is not possible or you want to try your own strength, you can prepare the earthen mixture yourself.
For these purposes, universal soil or leaf mixture should be used, as well as the characteristics of each plant. It is also important to remember that such soil should be disinfected before planting a flower in it.
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Pot selection
In modern stores, a wide selection of pots from various materials is presented. It is important to consider the features of each of them. For example, in clay containers, the earth dries much faster than in others, and plants should be watered more often.
The most important thing when choosing a container is to choose its size correctly. It is important to consider the current size of the indoor flower and not take a pot too large. Optimally new should be 2-3 cm larger than the previous one.
Transplantation is an integral element of quality care for indoor plants. For success in this matter, it is worth considering the characteristics of each plant, responsibly approach the choice of soil and pot, and also follow simple rules.
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