When is the best time to repot azalea?

Rhododendron repotting time

Generally, it is necessary to replace the pot of newly purchased azaleas in time, because when you buy azaleas, they are usually planted in relatively small plastic pots. Their ornamental value is not high, and they do not have good drainage capabilities, so the pots need to be replaced.

It is more suitable to repot azalea in spring and autumn. Generally, you can choose to repot in March or September each year. When repotting, you need to always pay attention to the surrounding temperature. If it is cloudy, do not repot for the time being.

Methods and steps for repotting azalea

1. Treatment before repotting

Generally, you need to take the azalea out of the pot before repotting it, then trim its roots, disinfect it properly, and then you can plant it.

2. Prepare the flower pot

Before planting azalea, you need to choose a better flowerpot for it, which should have air holes at the bottom and preferably have a certain ornamental value.

3. Choose soil matrix

Generally, azaleas do not have very high requirements for soil. When planting, it is best to use sandy soil with a certain drainage capacity, which can help it grow quickly.

4. Basin operation

Generally, when potting, you can first put some soil at the bottom of the pot, then put the azalea in, and finally cover its roots with soil.