When is the best time to repot the photinia? In which month is it suitable to repot?

Time to repot the photinia

The Chinese photinia needs to be repotted. It has a strong adaptability to the environment and can usually be repotted throughout the year. However, in order to encourage the plant to adapt quickly, it is generally best to repot it before germination in spring, followed by autumn when the plant grows slower.

How to repot the photinia

1. Prune the roots

Before repotting the Chinese photinia, you need to trim off the rotten or dead roots, but do not damage the healthy roots. Then apply wood ash or sulfur powder on the roots to disinfect them. Then move the Chinese photinia to a well-ventilated environment and plant it after the wounds are dry.

2. Prepare the soil

The Chinese photinia has a wide adaptability to soil and can survive in acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline and even calcareous soil environments, but it is best to provide loose, fertile and well-drained soil so that it can grow vigorously.

3. Repotting

First, remove the photinia from the pot and plant it in the prepared potting soil. Water it thoroughly so that its roots are closely integrated with the soil. Then place it in a well-ventilated, semi-shaded place to promote vigorous growth of the plant. After it takes root, you can maintain it normally.

Precautions for repotting Photinia

During the repotting process of the Chinese photinia, the root system must be protected. It is generally not recommended to prune or trim the roots in large quantities. It is better to repot on a cloudy day. If the temperature is high, the tree should be sprayed with water more during the repotting process to retain moisture and cool it down to avoid affecting the survival rate due to transpiration. The repotting process should be as fast as possible to reduce sap loss.