Only when you find optimal conditions do flowers bloom profusely. In addition to the supply of water and nutrients, the substrate and a sufficiently large pot are essential for healthy growth. Therefore, all plants must be regularly transplanted into fresh soil and a new planter.

In a large pot, flowers grow better and bloom more

Why should flowers be transplanted?

  • The pot is completely rooted and has become too small. As a result, the roots cannot develop further, the flowers grow poorly and fewer buds form.
  • Depending on where the plants are, they can grow on one side and the planter is unstable. It is then often no longer possible to rotate it.
  • Newly bought flowers are often in pots that are much too small. So that the plant develops well, it should be implemented promptly.

How often and when does the flower need fresh substrate and a larger pot?

That depends on how vigorous the plant is. As a rule of thumb, you should repot every two to three years. The ideal time for this care measure is between the beginning of February and the end of March, even before the growth phase begins. In general, however, you can transplant flowers all year round, since staying in a cramped container for a long time has a very unfavorable effect on growth.

How is repotted?

The procedure is the same for all flowers:

  1. Prepare the new pot, which should be two to six inches larger than the old planter. The drainage holes are covered with potsherds to prevent the soil from seeping out.
  2. A drainage layer made of expanded clay is recommended. (19.73€) This prevents waterlogging and improves the aeration of the root ball.
  3. Take the flower out of the old pot. Do not pull hard on the leaves, but cut open the container if the root ball does not come loose. It can be helpful to press the plastic a little at the edges with your hands.
  4. Fill in some substrate. Here you can fall back on special soil, which is only worthwhile if you want to repot many plants with the same requirements. Otherwise, universal potting soil is well suited.
  5. Place the flower in the pot and straighten it. Fill in soil all around to about 2 inches below the rim.
  6. Press on, refill some substrate, making sure that there is at least a centimeter high distance as a pouring edge.
  7. Place in a planter or on a saucer and pour over lukewarm water.

    8. tips

    With almost all houseplants, it is advisable to dump away any excess irrigation water that collects after ten minutes at the latest. This effectively prevents root rot.

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