Preparation for changing pots of azalea

With the growth of Rhododendron, the plant continues to grow, the root system will become developed, the growth will be limited, and the fertility of the soil will decline. So. Rhododendron is generally changed every 2-3 years

When changing the pot of azalea, we need to select the flower pot with appropriate size according to the growth of the plant, and disinfect the flower pot before use. Drainage layer shall be made in the basin first

Basin changing method of Rhododendron

Remove the Rhododendron that needs to be changed from the pot, slowly take out the plant from the pot, remove one third of the old soil, and trim the old roots. Then put the Rhododendron back into the pot, put it into the new pot, straighten the plant, slowly extend the root system and slowly add it to the soil. When adding the soil, you can press it by hand. Pay attention not to add the soil too high and keep it about 3cm lower than the basin mouth

After the Rhododendron is put into the pot, it needs to be watered thoroughly first. You can use the way of soaking the pot to water. Let the whole Rhododendron pot be immersed in the water and put it for more than ten minutes. After the soil is completely wet, it can be taken out. After changing the pot, the Rhododendron can be cultured in the semi shade for about half a month, strengthen water spraying, and then the seedlings can be maintained normally

Precautions for changing the basin of Rhododendron

When breeding Rhododendron, if you find the following conditions, you can change the pot

There are roots leaking out at the bottom of the flowerpot; When watering, there is water in the basin and foam in the water. This is the soil hardening. The plant grows too fast; The basin soil heaved upward; When ramet reproduction is needed< span>