Why repotting makes sense every year
If you want to do something good for your single leaf and create optimal conditions for it to grow and bloom, it is best to repot it every one or two years in a larger pot and in fresh substrate. At some point the plant will surely be fully grown and will not get any bigger. In this case, although no larger planter is required, fresh soil is necessary every year. If you cultivate your mono-leaf in hydroponics, replace the top one to two centimeters of the substrate used. This measure is necessary because the very hungry single leaf has absorbed all the nutrients in the substrate after a year and the soil is now simply drained. In addition, older soil solidifies and compacts, which in turn does not particularly like the roots. They prefer a loose and permeable substrate.
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How to repot the single leaf properly
You will always get good results with this method of repotting:
- The ideal time is early spring between February and March.
- Carefully remove the plant from the old container.
- If necessary, run a sharp knife along the edge of the pot to loosen the root ball.
- Gently shake off any clinging earth and loosen the root ball with your fingers.
- Take a close look at the roots and especially check them for any rot.
- This could be an indication of excessive watering.
- Now put the plant in a prepared pot with fresh substrate.
- Water them abundantly.
- Under no circumstances should you forget the drainage (for example in the form of expanded clay balls or pottery shards)!
If you have used pre-fertilized soil, the first fertilization can take place after about six weeks.
Tips
Always remember that Spathiphyllum has to be watered regularly, but that it should never get wet. Preferably use decalcified water or collected rainwater for watering.
