Precautions for repotting Tigerthorn plum: Which month is the best time to repot?

Precautions for repotting Tigerthorn

The time to repot Euphorbia pilosa is mostly in early spring and late winter every year. Other seasons are not as suitable as this time period. Because the climate at this time is more moderate, the plant's germination ability is stronger, which is very suitable for later recovery and growth. Autumn is also possible, but summer and winter are very unsuitable, and repotting is not recommended.

1. When repotting a thorny plant like Euphorbia milii, you must take protective measures before the operation, such as wearing thick gardening gloves. Try to use tools during the repotting process to avoid hurting yourself.

2. Start controlling the water content a few days before removing the flowerpot, so that it can be kept dry when removing the flowerpot. Removing the flowerpot will be relatively smooth. Just hold the flowerpot with one hand and slowly take out the Euphorbia milii with the other hand. During this process, pay attention to protecting the roots of the plant and avoid damage.

Key points for repotting Euphorbia pilosa

1. Root pruning and drying

After taking the Euphorbia milii out of its original pot, do not remove the soil directly as this will damage the roots. Instead, you can remove the surface soil around the upper edge appropriately, and use tools to remove the aging roots vertically in the middle and lower parts. Be gentle in your operation to avoid damaging them.

2. Watering

Euphorbia milii does not require much water. It is not tolerant to shade and humidity, but can tolerate drought, so it is better to keep it dry than wet when watering. You should also pay attention after repotting, as long as the soil is moist, do not water it too much.

3. Soil

It is best to use sandy soil when repotting Euphorbia milii, or a mixture of leaf mold, sandy soil, and a small amount of fertilizer. This kind of soil has good water absorption and is very helpful for the growth of Euphorbia milii. It can grow well even without long-term watering.