What are the precautions for gardenia repotting and how to maintain it after repotting?

Things to note when repotting gardenia

Gardenias generally need to be repotted every 2-3 years, in February of spring and October of autumn. The temperatures at these two times are suitable, which is also conducive to the later growth of gardenia plants.

1. When repotting, pay attention to the growth of gardenias, and try to choose a sunny day with plenty of sunlight. If it is budding or blooming, the soil should not be changed. After changing the soil, plant the seedlings in a place with diffuse light to slow down the growth, and ensure the temperature is between 18-20℃.

2. When repotting gardenias and removing the soil, be careful not to damage the plants when taking them out. The new pots should be made of ceramic pots with good air permeability and a diameter slightly larger than the rhizomes of gardenias. After repotting, the plants are relatively fragile and need to be placed on a cool and ventilated windowsill. After about a week, they can be moved to a sunny place for normal maintenance.

Key points for repotting gardenia

1. Root pruning and drying

When repotting gardenia, be sure to remove the old soil, cut off rotten roots, diseased roots and some old roots. After pruning, soak the roots in carbendazim to disinfect and sterilize them, and then dry them in the sun for 2-3 days before planting.

2. Watering

After repotting gardenia, it needs to be watered in small amounts several times. After the soil is moistened, place it in a cool and ventilated place. After the gardenia adapts, it can be moved to a sunny place.

3. Soil for repotting

Gardenia likes loose, breathable, and well-drained slightly acidic soil. When repotting gardenia, the new soil can be made of leaf mold, granular soil and an appropriate amount of pine needle soil, which can not only make it breathable, but also ensure the nutrients needed for the growth of gardenia.