What soil is suitable for planting Photinia fraseri

Photinia soil

Photinia prefers slightly acidic soil. Generally, it can be planted in loose and fertile acidic soil. Mixed soil can be used when transplanting, which can both supplement nutrients and increase air permeability.

Photinia can be maintained with ordinary soil, but ordinary soil is not the most suitable for maintaining Photinia. General nutrient soil is more suitable and has higher nutritional value.

Method of mixing soil with red leaf Photinia

1. Mixed soil

Generally, when planting Photinia fraseri, you can mix vermiculite and fine sand in a ratio of 1:3, which can increase the air permeability of the soil.

2. Perlite

When using perlite to plant Photinia fraseri, add some coconut coir to make the soil softer and have a certain drainage capacity.

Replacing the soil of Photinia fraseri potted plants

1. Pruning: When changing the soil for Photinia fraseri, you should prune its roots first. You can also prune its branches, cut off those that are not growing well, and then replant them.

2. Planting: After pruning the Photinia fraseri, you can plant it. Choose the right time to plant, preferably in spring, when the temperature is more suitable for its growth.