When and how to transplant indoor plants. Transplanting indoor plants: terms and rules. The main stages of transplanting houseplants
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Agree, flowers in the house are a joy for the soul, a sort of little oasis, looking at which we give rest to both nerves and eyes tired of the computer and TV. Beneficial features indoor plants very versatile and the hostesses are not in vain happy to breed them.
Moreover, most flowers do not require our constant attention, most often they only have to be watered, and all other "operations" are carried out from time to time - top dressing, spraying, transplanting.
And today we will master the most important operation, learn how to properly transplant indoor flowers, which have long taken root in our home, and flowers purchased in a store.
So, based on our requests, we chose a flower, and, satisfied with the purchase, brought it home. Now it is imperative to follow all the rules for transplantation, otherwise after a while it will be necessary to carry out a funeral ceremony for the removal of the dried "body". Either in best case the flower will hurt for a long time, get used to it, but will never become as beautiful as it was at first.
Transplantation of purchased flowers has its own nuances, during which housewives often make the same mistakes. If you are going to transplant a pet that has already settled down with you, then points 3-5 will come in handy.
Error one
After purchase, the plant is immediately placed next to other home flowers.
You should not do this, because if your "newcomer" is infected with pests, it will harm his neighbors as well. Therefore, after the purchase, we send the plant to "quarantine", during which it, at the same time, will be able to "get used" to the house. Usually "flower quarantine" lasts 1-2 weeks, during which the flower acclimatizes, and we do not disturb it, do not fertilize or replant it.
During this time, we observe the plant and if pests and pathogens do not appear on it, then we boldly place it in our collection. If they appear, then we “identify” the pest and neutralize it by treating it with special preparations.
Error two
And the most important thing is that a flower bought in a store is left to grow in the same pot in which it was sold.
The fact is that the transportation of natural soil in open containers (which are flower pots) across the border is prohibited. Therefore, manufacturers during transportation replace nutrient soil inert mixture.
The inert mixture is a combination coconut flakes, perlite (natural form of volcanic glass) and long-acting concentrated fertilizers. Plants can live and develop in such a mixture only for a limited period of time. And if you do not get rid of it the root system of plants, they will die.
Alternatively, plants in stores may be contained in peat, which is also detrimental to them at home.
Several times when transplanting, right in the main pot with earth, on the roots of flowers, I found special bags or small pots. If they are not removed, then the plant will simply stop growing and developing. Therefore, transplanting flowers in pots is vital.
Error three
Incorrectly selected soil.
Now on sale there are soils for different types plants. But, based on my experience, I will say that they are still not ideal for transplanting your green pets. And almost always, the composition of the soil has to be adjusted.
Soils can be:
Too dense, then we add additives to it, which will loosen it, allowing the roots of the plant to breathe. You can add coarse sand (river, lake), or perlite, which we talked about above, in this case acting as sand. Or long-staple peat (in which imported plants grow in stores).
If the soil, on the contrary, is too peaty, it is necessary to compact it by adding to it a denser and nutrient type sod land.
Mistake four
Flower transplantation is carried out according to a gentle scheme
That is, the flower is transplanted into home pot along with part of the soil from the purchased pot in which he grew up. This technique is not suitable for purchased flowers.
In the transplantation of imported plants, technology plays the most important role, with it, first of all, we must clean the root system of the plant from the “substrate” in which it was from the moment it left the foreign greenhouse until the moment it arrived at your home.
We take the plant out of the transport pot and put its roots in a container with warm water from the tap to soak them. While the flower is soaking, we lay drainage on the bottom of the pot and pour nutrient soil.
When the main part of the substrate “falls off” from the roots of the plants, carefully take it out, holding it by the base of the trunk, and transfer it under running water. Under running water, completely wash out the remains of the substrate from the roots. After that, it is recommended to spray the root system with a Kornevin-type preparation, but to be honest, I have never done this.
Carefully lower the plant onto the prepared soil and completely sprinkle the roots on top. Then pour abundantly with warm settled water.
When transplanting home indoor flowers, we use the same technology.
The only exception is that we do not wash off the soil from the roots, but just shake it off a little and lower the plant, together with the remnants of the "native" land, into the prepared pot, fill the root system with prepared soil and pour it with settled water. Everything, our flower is absolutely happy 🙂, but is still weak, so we protect the transplanted flower from cooling, drafts and waterlogging.
Mistake five
Early plant nutrition
After such a “cruel” transplant, many housewives want to help their pet recover and settle down in new conditions, for which they begin to add various top dressings.
But in no case should this be done, it will be possible to start feeding the transplanted plant no earlier than in a month and a half and only after it, moreover, shows the first signs of normal rooting - new leaves, sprouts, shoots will appear.
The method of transplantation that I have described may seem too traumatic. But do not be afraid, in fact, it turns out to be much more humane for the plant, since the pet will not suffer in a substrate unusual for its habitat.
I applied this method of transplantation to all the plants purchased in the store, and they all tolerated it safely, continuing to grow and delight with their beauty. The only "missing" plant I had was myrtle, but it disappeared due to not proper care behind him, the subtleties of which at that time I did not know, only this is a completely different story.
I hope that my experience of transplanting green pets will be useful to you, and if I missed something in the article, I will be glad for your tips.
Indoor plants good for human health
Absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen:
- sansiviera, which is popularly called the "pike tail";
- chlorophytum;
- a coffee tree.
Plants capable of absorbing dust. Conifers have these properties:
- pine;
- juniper;
- cypress.
In the house, of course, they can only be in the form of a small coniferous tree - bonsai. I have never come across coniferous bonsai in flower shops, and even searching for them on the Internet has not yet yielded results. Although I would buy such a bonsai with great pleasure.
Fight harmful bacteria:
- chlorophytum;
- asparagus;
- monstera;
- myrtle;
- eucalyptus.
They help relieve tension and fatigue, soothe and improve sleep, so it makes sense to put them in the bedroom:
- rosemary;
- Melissa;
- and the well-known geranium.
Deal with toxins:
- ivy;
- ficus;
- philodendron;
- dracaena;
- aloe.
Azalea or rhododendron has a rare gift.
They say that this plant can relieve not only fatigue, but also a hangover. To do this, it is enough to stay in the same room with this “green doctor” for half an hour. The advice was not checked, since we don’t drink so much - sir 😉
All of the above pluses sound very convincing, in order to make you want to buy a handsome green home for yourself, especially since now you know how to properly transplant both indoor flowers and flowers bought in a store. How to care for them after transplantation.
Comfort to your home 🙂
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In almost every house, indoor flowers flaunt on the windowsills. This small piece of nature in our homes not only makes the interior of the apartment more comfortable, but also cleans the air in the room. You can talk endlessly about the benefits of such a green corner in our homes, but do not forget that indoor flowers require proper care and transplantation, that's exactly what we'll talk about in this article.
The fact is that not everyone knows right. Due to improper transplantation, the plant can get sick and even die. In order to exclude the occurrence of such a situation, it is necessary to follow simple, but very important rules in the process of moving a flower to another place.
Transplant rules
Let's say right away that a person who knows thoroughly how to transplant flowers can be considered an experienced grower. Despite the presence general principles in the care of flowers, there are still individual characteristics for each type of greenery.
If you love plants, then you need to know general rules transplants, like "Our Father".
- The first thing you need to do is find out what variety and species your plant belongs to.
- Next, you need to choose the right pot or other dishes. Here you need to be guided by the rules for caring for this plant.
- The most, perhaps important point on the question of how to properly transplant a flower, is the selection of an earthen mixture. Do not forget that the land must necessarily suit your plant.
- It is also very important to choose the time and day for the transplant.
- Before you plunge into this time-consuming process, you need to prepare everything you need. So you can transplant a flower quickly and without causing any harm to the plant.
When is the best time to transplant plants?
You have familiarized yourself with the basic rules of how to transplant flowers, now it's time to find out at what point you can carry out this process. Here the answer is unequivocal: the most important thing is that the plant should not be transplanted during its flowering. This is due to the fact that when a plant blooms, all life processes take place in it in the most active way, and any, even the slightest interference in them, can lead to flower disease or, even worse, to its death.
Spring or...
The usual belief that transplanting is necessary only in the spring is erroneous. Generally speaking, it is best to transplant flowers at a time when their activity is minimized. By the way, it doesn't have to be winter or autumn. After all, most indoor plants come to us from foreign countries. Consequently, our conditions are not quite familiar to them. An example is a flower called "Decembrist", which tends to bloom precisely in winter time years, hence its fancy name.
Transshipment for indoor flower
In fact, the question of how to transplant flowers in pots is more than relevant. Well, for example, what to do in a situation where the flower is quite impressive in size, and during its transplantation there is a risk of various kinds of damage? In this case, you need to use transshipment from one pot to another. At the same time, the earth that surrounds the roots should not be removed. Expanded clay should be poured on the bottom of the new container. Next, the flower is immersed in a new pot and covered with earth from all free sides.
Some plants, for example, fuchsia, are quite calm about transplanting. In the process, you can slightly trim the roots by 1/3 of the total length. In places of cuts, processing is necessary charcoal or ground cinnamon.
After the flower is transplanted, it is watered (with the exception of cactus or succulents) and placed in a place hidden from sunlight. Here it is worth saying that it is not worth watering the flower abundantly, it is necessary to wait until it gets used to the new conditions for it. In order to root system developed as best as possible, it can be processed, for example, by Epin.
Indoor flowers in pots
How to transplant flowers in pots? More likely, this question excites everyone who has at least a few potted plants at home. In fact, there is nothing complicated in this process. The most important thing is to know about some of the nuances and subtleties that must be observed in order for the flower to take root later:
- It is necessary to fill the pot with soil in such a way that in the end the earthen layer is about 2 cm below the edges.
- Do not expose the plant after transplanting under direct Sun rays. It is best to place the pot in a plastic bag. Thus, the rooting process will be accelerated. In this state, the flower should be no more than three days.
- In order to understand how to transplant indoor flowers, one more rule must be taken into account. It tells that it is best to transplant flowers in spring time year, if we are not talking about those instances that we talked about earlier. This is due to the fact that it is in the spring months that plants begin their development. Transshipment will be required for the autumn movement.
Mandatory watering
If the transplant is carried out by transshipment, then initially you need to properly water the ground. This is necessary in order to be able to special efforts extract the plant along with the roots. Hold the plant by the base and turn the pot on its side. After that, it can be easily pulled out. Look at the root system. If it has roots with decay, then they must be removed. Also eliminate the old drain. After all these steps, the flower can be placed in a new pot.
Waxing Crescent
By the way, transplantation is best done on the growing moon. In addition, find out which zodiac sign she is currently in. The most suitable are: Taurus, Cancer, Libra, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces. But such signs as Leo and Aquarius are completely unsuitable for plant transplantation.
Pot selection
An important point in the question of how to properly transplant a flower is the choice of a pot. Do not purchase too large in size. In addition to the fact that the plant will simply look ugly, it will also take too long to get used to the new “place of residence”. This is due to the fact that initially the flower will develop roots, and only then the leaves and the stem itself. In order for your flower to be comfortable in a new pot, the container should not be larger than 5 cm in diameter than the previous pot.
If you prefer a pottery as a pot, then first pour it on its bottom drainage layer. You should be aware that ceramic products absorb moisture to the maximum, therefore, in the future you will have to water your plant quite often. In the case of plastic pots, drainage is not prerequisite, and watering can be done much less frequently.
No to garden soil
How to transplant indoor flowers? In addition to all of the above, it is worth saying that in no case should you use garden soil for plant transplant. This fact is due to the fact that harmful microorganisms may be present in it, which will do everything to make your flower die. It is best to purchase a special substrate in a gardening store. In addition to the fact that it is easy to use, it is already supplemented with all the vitamins and trace elements necessary for plants. All the flowers that are sold in the store are grown in this kind of land.
Flower "women's happiness"
How to transplant indoor flower? This question is often asked by people who have flowers in pots in an apartment or house. Consider the process of transplanting a flower called "spathiphyllum" or, as it is colloquially called, "women's happiness." The plant got its mysterious name for a reason. It is believed that the owners of such a flower will be lucky in their personal lives. Even if the owner of the spathiphyllum is already married, in her family life positive changes will certainly occur, and one can even expect an addition to the family. At the same time, it is very important that the flower was given as a gift, and not bought personally. It is necessary to take care of such a green "pet" with warmth and tenderness, surrounding him with care and love. Like any indoor plant, the spathiphyllum is constantly growing in size, therefore, sooner or later it will need to be replanted.
Features of a spathiphyllum transplant
- In order to understand how to transplant a “female happiness” flower, the first thing you need to remember is that this plant does not like extra space. This means that its roots on a permanent basis should be adjacent to the pot. It is for this reason that it is necessary to purchase shallow and narrow pots. Otherwise, the flower simply will not bloom.
- In most cases, this flower is transplanted in one of the spring months. This must be done annually. After it has grown to a pot with a diameter of more than 18 cm, transplanting will no longer be necessary. After that, you just need to delete upper layer soil so that the earth is looser.
- In order to avoid problems with the extraction of the flower during the transplantation process, two days before the implementation of the plan, it does not need to be watered. Pull out the flower, put drainage on the bottom of the pot and fill it halfway with earth. After that, place the plant in a pot and add the missing amount of earth.
Now you know how to transplant home flower"woman's happiness". After transplanting, do not forget to water the plant and wipe its leaves. In addition, you can water it with "Kornevin" so that the flower quickly settles into a new place.
Proper anthurium transplant
If you keep an anthurium flower at home, you need to know how to transplant it, especially since there is a belief that this plant is directly related to male happiness and sexual activity of the stronger sex. But, by the way, to believe such stories about the extraordinary effect of a flower on male destiny or not - it's up to you.
If the plant is already old enough, then it should be transplanted approximately once every two years. If we are talking about a young representative, then this process should be given time once a year. It is also worth saying that it is best to transplant " male happiness» through transshipment. This is due to the fact that the root system of this flower is delicate and fragile, so it is likely to be damaged during transplantation.
In addition to all of the above, you need to take into account the fact that fast and proper root development can only be obtained with the right soil. In this case, the earth layer should be slightly acidic.
To ensure air circulation, drainage should be laid at the bottom of the pot.
Now you have a rough idea of how to transplant indoor flowers, in particular, such a plant as "male happiness".
Summing up
So, as you could understand, plant transplantation is a very simple matter. The most important thing is to take into account all the moments and nuances associated with this important process.
Let's summarize all the basic rules of transplantation once again:
- Choose the right pot. Start with the type of flower. Some plants like to have their roots close to the pot, while others prefer a loose arrangement.
- Pay attention to the land, which in all respects suits your plant.
- If you understand that in the process of transplanting you can damage the plant, then it is best to use the transshipment method. This will minimize the risk of damage.
- How to transplant flowers, you already know. But do not forget about the period after the transplant. Do not leave the flower in the open sun. Place it in the shade for about 7 days. This is necessary so that the flower can fully get used to it.
- In the process of transplanting, pay attention to the roots. If there are rotting roots, be sure to remove them.
If you follow all of the above rules, then the plant transplant will be easy and relaxed, and subsequently your flower will adapt very quickly.
True lovers of indoor flowers are well aware of the role of annual plant transplantation. This is fresh nutrition, room for roots, disease prevention. Beginners often underestimate the importance of this procedure. Or they do it wrong, which brings harm instead of good.
How to transplant a flower into another pot? Now we'll tell you.
The flower is transplanted when the clod of earth is as dry as possible. Some sources recommend watering the plant abundantly before changing locations. Well, yes, go ahead. And then you will long and hard pick out an earthen lump swollen from moisture from an old pot. Yes, even with the help of a knife, a hammer and a well-known mother.
Do not torture yourself and the plant, do not water it before planting. Indeed, in dry land it is much easier to see all the old and diseased roots. And in the wet, they will merge with the total healthy mass in color. And you will carry so much dirt that you will then refuse to replant.
We choose a pot. If the flower rose slightly above the soil surface. If from drainage hole or roots are visible on the surface of the earth. If your pet is stunted. Then be sure to transplant it into a pot, the diameter of which is 1.5-3 cm larger than the old one.
We try to choose the material of the vessel as it was before the transplant. Pour boiling water over new pots. We thoroughly wash the old ones with a stiff brush in a solution of potassium permanganate or phytosporin.
Whether to leave the old soil
It depends on the condition of the flower and the soil itself. The flower shows signs of disease, sluggish, flimsy. The substrate smells unpleasantly of old age or mold, there is white coating. These are signs that the soil needs to be replaced completely.
The flower feels great, but does not grow further. The soil has a pleasant smell of fresh earth, a characteristic color. So, we do not change the soil, but simply add it.
Drainage
Almost every flower needs drainage. The exception is plants planted in very loose soil or with holes along the walls of the pot.Well suited for arranging drainage:
- broken shards
- expanded clay
- gravel
- sand
- granite or marble chips
- eggshell
- limestone
- moss, peat
These materials are strongly compressed and do not fulfill the function assigned to them.
Step by step transplant
So. Prepared a new pot, knife or fork, drainage, some sand, water, gloves, wooden stick, scissors. Pour drainage material into the container with a thickness of about 1-1.5 cm. In some more, see the recommendation for certain colors. Be sure to make sure that the pebbles close the hole at the bottom of the pot, but do not plug it tightly. Leave open - the substrate will spill out. Shut up - there will be nowhere for excess fluid to drain.
Pour clean calcined sand on top. About 0.5-0.8 cm. This is also part of the normal drainage system. Then we apply soil. No more than 3 cm. Its composition must meet certain requirements. Which one - find out depending on which plant you are going to transplant.
Now we need to get the flower from old container. In no case do not pull on the plant! Try to pry off the earthen lump with a fork. Putting the pot on its side, after prying it is easy to pull out the flower along with the entire soil. If you still managed to water the flower before transplanting, congratulations! Moral hemorrhoids you have earned yourself. Take a knife and poke it along the sides of the container. It is quite possible that the magical mention of some words of the great and mighty will help you.
If not, then take the flower with one hand so that the central stem lies between your middle and ring fingers. The second hold the pot by the bottom. Turn the structure upside down and shake lightly. Doesn't fit? Gently tap the container on the edge of the table. The whole earthen ball should fall into your hand. No way? So not today. Let the soil dry until next time.
Now do not shake the soil lump, so as not to damage the roots. Again we arm ourselves with a fork and remove old shards and sand with it. Cut off old or diseased roots with scissors. If needed complete replacement substrate, then again carefully pick out the maximum part of it with a fork. And gently wash the roots or tuber in a solution of phytosporin or potassium permanganate.
Then we put the flower in the prepared new pot. Spread the roots over the entire surface with a wooden stick, evenly and gently. If the growth point is much lower than the sides of the pot, then we take out the flower. We add a little more earth and try on the plant again. Growth point at the level of the sides? Amazing.
After a sufficient amount of soil has been poured, you can water the flower. After 2 hours, see if you may need to add a little more soil. If she sank a lot.
Now we put the flower for a week in partial shade for good survival. During this time, you can water it with any root formation stimulator or spray it with any anti-stress drug (epin, zircon).
How to transplant a flower if it is huge
It happens that a transplant is required big plant or the pot is already gigantic. Where is more? Nowhere. Such flowers are not transplanted. If you drag such a colossus - there is a high probability of breaking the stems or cutting off the foliage.
With peace of mind, carefully remove the top 6-8 cm of the substrate. Gently loosen with a wooden stick to the maximum possible depth of the container. Pour 4 cm of fresh earth. Mix with what was previously loosened. Be careful, try not to tear the root system.
Now you can add fresh soil to the top, as before. We pour settled water and do not drag anywhere. Let him stand in his place, you did not touch the flower itself. Just replaced the top layer.
Advice. Before the next watering, check the soil level. It may need to be sprinkled a little more.
- Be sure to transplant a flower just bought in a store. The soil in which he grew up there is transportable. It is not intended for long-term nutrition and normal growth.
- Some plants begin to bloom only when the pot becomes too small for them. Consider this. Otherwise, along with a transplant into a more spacious container, deprive yourself of flowers. But such a plant cannot be deprived of new sensations. What to do? Just transplant the flower into the same size pot, but completely replace the substrate.
- It is strictly forbidden to add fertilizers to the new soil! This can burn the root system completely. Let the flower first take root and get used to it. And only then can you start feeding in the usual way. It is advisable to slightly reduce the dose for the first time, because there is a certain amount of nutrients in fresh soil.
How to transplant a flower into another pot? As you can see, everything is very simple. A little caution and a little more accuracy. And a whole sea of love. Then the transplant will be fine and painless. And don't worry, you'll be fine!
Video: how to transplant a houseplant
When to transplant flowers
Spring is a time of renewal, including for indoor plants. Many of them exhausted the soil in which they grew during the winter. Some with the beginning of spring not only did not release new shoots, but also began to lose old leaves. If you see that the plant did not come to life with spring, but, on the contrary, froze and does not grow, transplant it.
Transplanting in the spring is reassuring for most plants, so a day or two in late February or early March can be devoted to transplanting plants that need it.
In the spring, you can transplant almost all plants, especially those that bloom in spring or summer.
Flower transplantation - disease prevention
At the end of summer, some flowers also require updating. A transplant is needed for those of them that have grown very much over the summer. For example, I plant balsams in small pots, then they bloom faster and bloom longer, but by autumn their fast-growing root system fills the entire flowerpot. Therefore, I transplant them again in the fall. Or, to be precise, I reload, since I do not clean the roots from the remnants of the old soil during the autumn transplant.
Roses planted for the summer in the garden in the fall, I again move them into a pot with fresh soil.
Some flowers that are outdoors all summer sometimes pick up an infection, and in order not to bring it into the house and not infect other flowers, I renew the plant with a transplant, cutting off all damaged areas in the process and treating the plant with medicinal preparations.
Of course, not all plants can easily tolerate a transplant twice a year, but fast-growing ones, asparagus, can be transplanted as many times as you like at any time of the year.
The flower is closely - we transplant
The diagnosis “urgently needs a transplant” is made to plants in several more cases, and then this procedure has to be carried out, regardless of the time of year. For example, if the roots have filled the entire pot and come out on the surface of an earthen clod or stick out of a drainage hole - do not wait for spring, replant the flower, otherwise it will not have enough strength to winter. In order for the plant to endure this procedure as easily as possible, use the transshipment method.
In addition to this case, it is worth transplanting a flower:
- if within a month after the onset of spring the plant does not produce new leaves and peduncles;
- if the soil dries out very quickly, that is, it is filled with roots;
- if you bought a flower in a store that was planted in a temporary peat substrate (the plant will not live in such soil for a long time);
- if the pot burst.
There are plants that are transplanted not even every year. For example, palm trees, cacti, adult orchids should not be disturbed so often. You can change their place of residence no more than once every two years.
Rules for transplanting indoor plants
Prepare a new flower pot. It should be only 2-3 cm larger than the previous one in diameter. Do a test: the old pot should fit easily into the new one.
Before removing the plant from the pot, water it well, then it will be easier to separate the earthen ball from the walls of the flowerpot.
For the transplant procedure, you will need a new earthen mixture corresponding to the genus of the plant, drainage (expanded clay is best). Fill the volume of the pot with drainage by one third, then fill the soil with a layer of 2-3 cm. Turning the flower over, carefully remove it from the pot, clean the roots from the old earth, if you intend to carry out not a transshipment, but a plant transplant. Place the roots as gently as possible in the new pot and cover them with fresh potting soil.
Place the flower in the center of the pot and, holding it with one hand, pour the earth with the other. To compact the soil, I tap the pot on the table and press the soil a little with my fingers. Then I water the plant and forget about it for a while, giving it a chance to recover from stress.
Replacing the topsoil
If for some reason you do not want to repot the plant, you can simply partially renew the soil in the pot. To do this, 2-5 cm of the old earth is cut off and fresh, rich in minerals and trace elements, is filled in its place.
And the last thing ... After transplanting, the plant must be watered only with settled water. If it is young and weak, cover it with a film so that the plant is like in a greenhouse, and then a flower transplant will only benefit.
