When is the best time to repot azalea?

Rhododendron repotting time

It is generally best to change the pot of a newly purchased azalea, because the pots used when buying azalea are generally plastic pots, which do not have good drainage capabilities and are prone to water accumulation when watering. Changing the pot can avoid water accumulation at the roots.

It is more suitable to repot azaleas in spring and autumn. Generally, the time for repotting can be chosen in March or October each year. When repotting, you must first check whether the surrounding environment is suitable. Generally, the pot can be repotted when the temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius.

Methods and steps for repotting azalea

1. Treatment before repotting

Generally, you need to take out the azalea before repotting it, and then trim its roots, so that it can grow quickly after planting.

2. Prepare the flower pot

When planting azaleas, you should use a flowerpot with drainage holes at the bottom, and it is best to use a purple clay pot, so that the overall ornamental value is also very high.

3. Choose soil matrix

Generally, rhododendrons prefer fertile and loose soil, so when preparing the soil, you can choose to mix garden soil and sand.

4. Basin operation

Generally, when potting, you should first spread some soil at the bottom of the pot, then place the azalea in the middle, and finally cover it with the remaining soil, and then water it.