How to deal with the flowers that fall off after repotting Daphne koreana (When is the best time to repot Daphne koreana)

When repotting Daphne odora while it is in bloom, the flowers often fall off after repotting. The main reason is that the root system does not grow new roots.

Therefore, the Daphne odora did not absorb water and nutrients, and the flower buds were forced to fall off to reduce nutrient consumption. This is the result of improper potting.

Generally, you have to wait until the flowers bloom, and Daphne odora will unload a big burden and no longer have the heavy responsibility of blooming, and then consider repotting, so that it can adapt to the pot faster . Below we will introduce the reasons why Daphne odora flowers fall when repotting and how to deal with them.

First, the time for changing the pot is wrong

The best time to repot Daphne odora is in spring and autumn, when the temperature is around 20 degrees.

If you choose to repot in winter, the weather is relatively cold in this season, and the adaptability of the Osmanthus fragrans will be tested after repotting. The seedling acclimatization time is relatively long, which is very unfavorable for growth. Therefore, it is recommended to choose a good time for repotting, and try to repot in spring and autumn.

Second, the soil problem

When repotting Daphne odora, you need to prepare soil suitable for its growth. If the soil does not meet its growth characteristics, it will cause its flowers to fall off.

It changes from the original soil to the current soil environment and needs to adapt to the new soil. If the soil composition is too different, the root growth will be affected, which will affect the leaves and flowers.

It is recommended that the new soil configuration should not only be loose, breathable and fertile, but also similar to the original potting soil. The closer the soil is to the original potting soil, the higher the probability of survival, the shorter the time for seedlings to grow, and the less flowers and leaves will fall off.

Third, watering problem

When repotting Daphne koreana, you should pay attention to watering. It is better to keep it dry than wet. After repotting, just keep the soil moist and there is no need to water frequently.

If you water too much, the root respiration will be affected. Of course, you can't water too little, because too little will cause dryness and lack of water, which will also affect it and cause the flowers to fall.

It is recommended to water the Daphne odora in moderation after repotting, not too much or too little , and moist soil is the best state.

Fourth, the issue of fertilization

After repotting the Daphne koreana, never apply fertilizer. Some flower lovers will apply fertilizer when repotting, but the root system is the most vulnerable at this time.

If fertilizer is applied, it will cause root burn, the root system will be damaged, and the flowers of the Daphne odora will fall off .

It is recommended not to fertilize when repotting. If you have fertilized, you can dilute it with water and place it in a well-ventilated place to air dry . This can reduce the damage of fertilizer to the root system. If the amount of fertilizer is large, you can wash the roots again and repot.

Fifth, lighting issues

After repotting, you must pay attention to the light exposure of Daphne odora. Do not expose it to the sun. Exposure to the sun will cause the water in the roots and leaves to evaporate too quickly, causing the flowers to lack water and fall. Therefore, it is recommended to place Daphne odora in a cool and well-ventilated place for maintenance after repotting .