When and how to change the soil for strawberries

Time to change the soil for strawberries

The best time to change the soil for strawberries is from August to September. At this time, the temperature gradually decreases and the chance of strawberries surviving will greatly increase. However, do not change the soil in sunny weather, as this will cause the strawberries to lose water.

How to repot and change soil for strawberries

Before repotting and changing the soil for strawberries, you need to choose a good flower pot. Do not use a pot that is too large. There should be drainage holes at the bottom and the material should also be breathable. The new substrate can be garden soil mixed with humus.

Take the strawberries out of the original pots, check the roots, cut off dead and old roots, comb the roots underneath, fill the pots with soil, dig a small hole in the middle of the soil, plant the strawberries in it, cover with a layer of soil, press gently to compact it, and then water it thoroughly.

Notes on changing soil for strawberries

1. When changing the soil for strawberries, be sure not to damage its main roots, and clean the roots with water to prevent root rot.

2. It is better to use garden soil mixed with humus soil to change the soil for strawberries. You also need to add a small amount of organic fertilizer. After mixing, disinfect it first and then fill it into the flowerpot.

3. It is better to change the soil for strawberries and apply organic fertilizer as base fertilizer, and apply appropriate amount of fertilizer to ensure sufficient nutrients, which will help the strawberries adapt to the pot as soon as possible.

Strawberry maintenance method after soil change

1. After changing the soil for strawberries, you need to trim off all the parts that will dry out, have diseases and pests, and unnecessary parts, and then place them in a cool and ventilated environment to accelerate the growth of the seedlings. Insecticide and sterilization are also required in September and October.

2. Water the strawberries for acclimatization immediately on the day after changing the soil. You can use drip irrigation and also use micro-sprayers to water thoroughly. Drip irrigation allows water to reach deep into the soil, while micro-spraying helps to cool the soil and reduce leaf transpiration.

3. The yellowing of strawberry leaves after changing the soil may be due to unsuitable temperature or insufficient light. Give 6 hours of light a day. It may also be caused by lack of water and excessive fertilization.

4. Strawberries cannot be exposed to the sun immediately after the soil is changed. After about 3 to 5 days of care, the roots of the plants have adapted to the soil, so they can be exposed to the sun.