How to change the soil of Kirin flower and what is the time and method of changing the soil

When to change the soil for Kirin flower

The soil of the Euphorbia tricolor needs to be changed once a year because the plant has high requirements for nutrients in the soil. It is generally more appropriate to change the soil in the spring every year, which is conducive to the plant taking root as soon as possible after the soil is changed.

You cannot change the soil for the Kirin flower in summer because the temperature is high in summer, which can easily lead to insufficient water supply for the plant and death from dehydration. Therefore, it is recommended not to change the soil in summer.

When should the Qilin flower be transplanted?

The time for changing the soil and transplanting the Euphorbia obesa can be chosen to be from the end of April to mid-June. During this period, the plant is in its vigorous growth period and can survive as soon as possible after changing the soil and transplanting.

How to change the soil and pot of Kirin flower

First, carefully take the Kirin flower out of its original pot, remove old and rotten roots, soak the roots in a solution of carbendazim for sterilization, and then take it out and place it in a ventilated place to dry.

Prepare appropriate flower pots. The soil should be loose and breathable, rich in humus. Then fill some soil in the flower pots, plant the plants in them, fill with the remaining soil, and gently compact the soil. Water it thoroughly once.

Kirin flower soil

There are many ways to prepare the soil for the Euphorbia obesa. You can mix garden soil, medium-coarse river sand, and sawdust in a ratio of 4:1:2, or you can mix peat, perlite, and expanded clay in a ratio of 2:2:1. Both are suitable for plant growth.

Things to note when changing the soil for Kirin flower

1. When changing the soil and repotting the Kirin flower, it is better to use loose, breathable soil rich in humus, and the soil should also have good drainage so that water accumulation and root rot are not likely to occur when watering.

2. If you have not watered the Kirin flower for several days before changing the soil, you must water it immediately after changing the soil. If you change the soil right after watering, you can wait a few days before watering again to avoid waterlogging. Also, the plant cannot be exposed to sunlight immediately after changing the soil. You need to place the plant in a cool place for a period of time and expose it to the light after it has adapted.