Do you need to cut the roots when repotting Amaryllis? What should you pay attention to when repotting Amaryllis?

Amaryllis is a common flower in life. It is deeply loved by people because of its gorgeous flowers and strong fragrance. So do you need to cut the roots of Amaryllis when repotting it? What should you pay attention to when repotting Amaryllis? The following editor will explain them one by one, hoping to help you.

Do I need to cut the roots when repotting Amaryllis?

First, clean the soil on the surface of the Amaryllis, and then soak the roots in water to wash away all the soil and expose the roots. At this time, we can check whether there are insects or rot on the roots. You can use a sterilized knife or scissors to clean the roots. If there are rotten or some old and dry roots, trim them all, leaving some roots with more vigorous vitality. It will also promote the growth of new roots of Amaryllis. After pruning, you can prepare some disinfectant solution, and then soak the roots of Amaryllis in it for about 15 minutes. After taking it out and drying it, you can plant it in a pot.

What should I pay attention to when repotting Amaryllis?

1. Do not damage the roots

When taking Amaryllis out of its original pot, be careful not to damage the roots, otherwise it will easily cause root damage, which will cause the leaves to droop and become dull, and will seriously affect the growth of Amaryllis after repotting.

2. Water after repotting

After repotting, you need to water it once. When watering, pay attention to whether the soil drainage is good. If water cannot flow out of the drainage hole, it means there is a problem with soil drainage. After watering thoroughly, you should reduce the number of watering. After the seedling period, water it again every 5-7 days.

3. Control lighting

Do not place the amaryllis in the sun after repotting, but place it in a cool place to avoid excessive light that causes the leaves to turn yellow and droop. 3-4 days after repotting, move the amaryllis to a bright place for normal maintenance.

How many years does it take to repot Amaryllis?

The bulbous plant of the top red is a relatively inert plant. Generally, it does not need to be repotted frequently. If you repot it too frequently, it will grow well. Repotting it once a year is too frequent. It is best to repot it every three or four years. Therefore, it is necessary to use a larger flower pot with thicker soil to grow it. The nutrients in the soil can provide it with at least three years of growth. And generally after three years, many small side bulbs will grow out of the pot soil.