As is known, the movements and phases of the Moon influence the behavior of living beings and terrestrial objects containing water. Since ancient times, people began to pay attention to the processes occurring with plants in one or another phase of the Moon and gradually systematized their phenological observations. This is how the lunar calendar appeared, which helps you choose best dates for collecting fruits, for replanting plants, for watering flowers, for pruning and pinching.
The accumulated knowledge and useful observations allow us to draw up an annual calendar with dates suitable for transplanting, propagating, feeding, and pruning plants at home. Many gardeners use moon calendar indoor plants for growing your home collection.
❶ For example, during the period waxing moon Vital energy actively rushes from the root system of the plant to the shoots, leaves and fruits. This period is very favorable for safe transplantation and after the procedure the plant takes root faster in the new soil. Fruits collected during the waxing moon contain greatest number vitamins and nutrients. But on full moon You can do loosening and hilling by adding soil to the exposed roots. If you grow lemon trees, mangoes, kiwis and other fruit-bearing crops at home, you can easily choose lunar calendar the most successful date for harvesting fruits.
❷ And here on the new moon It is not at all advisable to replant flowers and decorative foliage plants, since vital energy actively flows into the roots, and in the above-ground part of the plant the circulation of juices and other processes are extremely slow. But for the formation of the crown, pruning and pinching, the new moon is the most favorable period. During the new moon and waning moon, you can collect seeds if you plan to use this method of propagating your flowers. Seeds collected during this period concentrate energy for active growth and, after planting, produce rapid seedlings that actively develop and do not die.
❸ Passing through different signs Zodiac Moon has different effects on the growth and development of indoor plants. For example, for transplanting bulbous and tuberous plants (tuberous begonia, domestic gloxinia or Sinningia, oxalis oxalis, hippeastrum, European and Persian cyclamen, clivia beautiful and cinnabar, amaryllis belladonna, eucharis Amazon lily) it is best to choose the period when the waning Moon moves across the constellation Scorpio, and increasing - according to the constellation Capricorn.
❹ For transplants For many decorative foliage plants (ficus rubber and Benjamina, dracaena, asparagus, peperomia obtufolia or wrinkled, dieffenbachia, monstera, chlorophytum), it is advisable to choose dates in the lunar calendar when the waning Moon is in the constellation Cancer, and the waxing Moon passes through the constellations Pisces, Scorpio, Libra, Gemini.
❺ For transplants overhead indoor species(campanula bell, petunia) and climbing vines, it is best to choose dates in the lunar calendar when the waxing Moon is in the constellation Gemini, and the waning Moon is in the signs of Virgo and Sagittarius.
❻ Indoor plants do not absorb moisture and nutrients well when the Moon is in the constellation Aries according to the lunar calendar. It is not advisable to fertilize the soil, water it, or treat the plant with pest and disease control agents when the Moon is in the constellation Leo.
❼ Sowing seeds is best done during the waxing moon in Virgo or waning when crossing the constellation Scorpio or Cancer. Effective rooting of cuttings occurs during the waxing Moon, when it passes the constellation Aries, Cancer, Taurus, Libra. Pruning and pinching to form the crown of a houseplant is best done during the waning Moon in the lunar sign of Aquarius or Gemini.
♦ LUNAR CALENDAR OF HOUSE PLANTS FOR 2018
Favorable days for planting, transplanting indoor flowers
♦ UNFAVORABLE DAYS FOR HOUSE PLANTS IN 2018:
(not suitable for sowing, planting or transplanting flowers)
January
February
- 14, 15 and 16
March
- 1, 2, 3, 16, 17, 18, 30 and 31
April
- 15, 16, 17, 29 and 30
May
- 14, 15, 16, 28, 29 and 30
June
- 12, 13, 14, 27, 28 and 29
July
- 12, 13, 14, 26, 27 and 28
August
- 10, 11, 12, 25, 26 and 27
September
- 8, 9, 10, 24, 25 and 26
October
- 8, 9, 10, 23, 24 and 25
November
- 6, 7, 8, 22, 23 and 24
December
- 6, 7, 8, 21, 22 and 23
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January
Winter month Suitable for moderate care of plants, most of which go dormant. Their growth slows down, so active care is not required. Set aside mineral fertilizers. They will enhance flower growth, but without active solar support your plants will be weak and may become sick from lack of light and heat.
January 1-2. During the first days of the month, the Moon is in its waxing phase and is in the constellation Cancer. This is the right time to take care of your plants. You can spray broad-leaved flowers, ridding them of dust and dirt, and loosen the soil to allow oxygen to reach the root system.
January 10-11. These days, the energy of the waning moon ensures good development of the root system. The influence of Scorpio is also positive, and these days you can devote to replanting overgrown flowers and planting new seedlings. You can purchase new plants that will decorate your home.
January 20-21. The growth of the Moon ensures rapid germination of plantings. Dedicate these days to caring for climbing flowers. Remove excess shoots and dried parts of plants. The constellation Pisces has a good effect on newly transplanted flowers, which will grow quickly, delighting you with new bright shoots.
January 25-26. The constellation Taurus in alliance with the Moon will supply the space with positive energy. These days you will be able to actively care for your winter garden, paying attention to those flowers that require care.
January 29-30. The constellation Cancer and the energy of the Moon these days will be favorable for caring for flowers that are gaining buds. They need additional feeding, otherwise they may lose color and not please you with bright inflorescences.
February
In February, plant care is no less important, because many of the flowers are already ready to bloom. Proper care behind them in favorable days will allow you to enjoy beautiful flowers and watch the development of newly acquired flowers. To always have harmony and comfort in your home, purchase plants of happiness.
February 6-8. During these days, carefully examine each plant. The Moon in Scorpio empowers space positive energy, and you can cure diseased plants without hassle. Spray them by special means and move away from healthy shoots.
February 12-13. Under the influence of Capricorn, plants develop well, therefore special care not required. Limit yourself to watering, loosening the soil and wiping wide parts of plants from dust.
February 17-18. These days, the constellation Pisces and the rise of the Moon will allow you to start breeding new flowers with seeds. You can grow beautiful seedlings for both home garden, and for planting plants in open ground. You can start planting bulbous flowers, such as lilies.
February 21-22. The energy of these days is favorable for any work with plants. Taurus has a beneficial effect on shoots, enhancing the growth of flowers and giving them good resistance to various diseases.
February 25-26. The moon is in fertile Cancer, which means it's time for... active work. If your flowers do not require care, start sowing lettuce for an excellent source of vitamins.
March
March is the time of awakening and active growth of plants. During this period, they need care and attention, as well as changing the soil and transplanting into new pots. Don’t forget about fertilizing, because in spring period flowers are starting fast growth, and mineral fertilizers will help them compensate for the lack of nutrients.
March 1-2. The Moon in Pisces is in the growth phase, which means attention should be paid to plants with a well-developed crown. Newly planted flowers will grow quickly, so they need to be supported. Feed the shoots so that they please you with their healthy appearance.
March, 6. The Moon in Scorpio provides seeds with rapid growth, so you can safely soak the seeds, plant seedlings and begin work on outdoor flower beds.
March 20-21. The Moon in Taurus will give you the opportunity to actively engage in the winter garden, rearrange the plants to more sunny areas, replant flowers and purchase new evergreen shrubs for the home.
March 22. The Moon in Gemini is a favorable time for working with terrestrial parts of plants. Do not disturb the roots and soil so as not to interfere with the active growth of your flowers.
March 25-26. Under the influence of Pisces, flowers develop quickly. Your care and feeding will allow ornamental trees quickly form a crown, and fertilizing the soil of plants preparing to flower will allow them to form many buds.
March 27-31. Dedicate the end of the month to carefully caring for your plants. If the weather permits, they can be taken out to closed balconies to provide them with the maximum source of sunlight and energy.
April
In April, gardeners should take a closer look at the plants, move light-loving flowers closer to sunlight, but not to direct rays, so as not to damage the delicate leaves. Also this month you can “evict” cacti onto closed balconies. By hardening these plants, you will achieve from them abundant flowering V winter period.
April 3. The waning moon moves into the constellation Scorpio. Flowers are actively developing root system, so direct your forces to the upper parts of the plants. These days, you can spray the flowers or give them a shower, having previously protected the ground from erosion.
April 17-19. For a three-day period, the Moon will report positive energy flowers. Her presence in Taurus and then in Gemini will provide an opportunity to prove herself as a breeder. Cross your flowers to create new colors.
April 21. On this day, the energy of the constellation Cancer allows you to replant existing plants, as well as purchase seeds and seedlings of new ones.
April 25-26. These days, the growth of the Moon and the zodiac Virgo provide plants with additional strength for active growth and development. If you are planning to book ornamental shrubs, refrain, as the juice at this time actively strives for the leaves.
April 29-30. The constellation Scorpio has a positive effect on flowers, and timely care, watering and processing of plants can safely begin these days.
May
The days of May provide the plants with sufficient light and sunny air, so you can safely take the plants outside. However, keep an eye on the changing weather so that your flowers do not freeze or break due to strong gusts of wind.
9th May. A day favorable for flowers will be under the influence of Pisces. On this day, you can safely start transplanting flowers into prepared soil and sowing seeds of new plants.
May 16-19. Four days of the positive influence of the Moon, which is first in Gemini and then in Cancer, should be devoted to actively caring for existing plants. It will not be superfluous to fertilize the soil.
May 24. The constellation Libra has a positive influence on plants, and gardeners can devote this day to actively caring for their garden.
May 28-29. During the Full Moon period, when the Moon takes its position in the constellation Scorpio, you can safely engage in plants. Watering and trimming dead parts of flowers will help them develop.
June
Favorable days in June will be enough for quality care of both flowering plants and tropical wonders. Pay attention to roses, which will be susceptible to attacks by aphids and other pests in the summer months.
June 7. The Moon in Pisces imbues the space with positive energy, which allows your beautiful flowers to develop quickly. On this day, take care of plants that require abundant watering and loosening of the soil.
June 14-15. The influence of Cancer these days can be used both for caring for existing plants and for planting overgrown flowers.
June 26-28. The positive influence of the night light is suitable for active manipulations with plants. These days you can take care of capricious flowers, including violets. They can be planted and leaves taken to grow new shoots.
July
In July the plants receive maximum amount sunlight, so many amateurs and professionals put flowers outside to harden them and give them the opportunity to develop in natural conditions.
4th of July. The waning Moon will be in Pisces on this day, which means it’s time to plant bulbous flowers and plants with an extensive root system. Under the influence of positive energy, germination increases.
July 17-20. For four days, the Moon will supply plants with positive energy, visiting Virgo, Libra and Scorpio. Dedicate this time to caring for your plants, and they will delight you with strong and healthy shoots, gorgeous foliage and abundant flowering.
July 22-27. The development of flowers these days can be accelerated by watering them nutrient solutions. You can make your own nutritional substance or purchase one already ready-made solutions in flower shops.
August
In August, the growth of many plants begins to slow down, and the most capricious of them require your attention. Tropical flowers should be kept in rooms without drafts and sudden temperature changes, which are not uncommon in August.
August 1. The first day of August, the Moon gives positive energy, which can be used to care for house plants and work in the garden or on a personal plot.
August 9. The constellation Cancer on this day has a positive effect on the growth of flowers. Timely watering and loosening the soil will help them develop properly and form lush crowns.
August 14-18. A long period of influence of the night luminary will charge you with optimism, and give plants an additional impetus for growth and development. At this time, you can safely do any work with flowers both at home and in open flower beds.
August 21-23. The moon moves into the constellation Capricorn, which has a positive effect on plant growth. Newly planted flowers quickly take root and are resistant to temperature changes.
August 26, 28. The constellation Pisces will help you deal with pests and provide plants with good care: Wipe the leaves and remove excess shoots to form the correct growth of ornamental trees.
September
In September, proper care of evergreens will help them prepare for the winter period and endure it without any problems. Many plants can no longer be left outdoors, since heavy dew can negatively affect their health.
September 11-14. Energy-favorable days can be devoted to caring for plants that need to be transplanted into larger pots. Modern manipulations will preserve their roots, and new containers will allow them to actively develop.
September 18-19. The growth of the Moon in Capricorn is favorable for watering and loosening the soil, as well as for planting newly acquired plants.
September 23-24. The moon is growing in the constellation Pisces, and this is a good time for caring for citrus fruits. They can be safely trimmed to form a crown, and young bushes can also be grafted with cuttings from other plants.
October
In October, plants do not need active watering, except for moisture-loving flowers, so the month can be devoted to loosening the soil and keeping flowers in optimal conditions for their development.
October 2-3. The Moon will spend these days in Cancer. Plants do not require close attention. You can start growing new seedlings.
October 10-12. This period is favorable for sowing flower seeds, as well as for actively caring for plants that are preparing to bloom.
October 15-16. During this period, active plant care should not be carried out. Start selecting new flowers for your winter garden. Astrologers recommend paying attention to plants that have the function of purifying the air.
The 20th of October. On this day, the Moon in Pisces will help your flowers gain strength. A little fertilizing will be appropriate for those plants that continue to actively grow.
October 30. Pay attention to citrus trees. They are starting to get ready to bloom and they need additional care and watering.
November
In November, pay attention to the microclimate in your winter garden. Central heating dries the air, so plants will need to be sprayed with water at room temperature.
November 8. This time will be favorable for sowing flowers, including annuals. Thanks to the influence of Scorpio, they will sprout quickly and in the middle of winter will delight you with beautiful inflorescences.
November 11-13. These days, the influence of Capricorn will ensure rapid germination of bulbous flowers. If you plan to please your loved ones with a fresh bouquet, then plant tulips or other spring primroses.
November 16-18. Planting and replanting flowers these days is possible thanks to the influence of zodiac Pisces. At this time, plants quickly take root, avoiding diseases and forming strong shoots.
November 21-22. These days the energy of the space is positive, but the plants need rest. You can limit yourself to minimal watering or generous spraying of flowers.
December
The end of the year is important for caring tropical plants, which not only grow actively in winter, but also often delight owners with flowering.
You can also safely buy or accept new ornamental plants as gifts.
December 4. On this day, you will be able to loosen the soil of palm trees and wipe the leaves of dracaenas and ficus trees from dust.
December 9-10. All plants that require direct access of oxygen to the roots will require care on this day. The moon is growing in Capricorn, so all the juice goes into the shoots. You can safely engage in root tillage.
December 14. On this day, go shopping to buy new interesting plants. Pay attention to flowers that attract money luck.
December 19-20. Plants that overwinter or slow down do not need to be replanted, but for other flowers, watering or loosening is sufficient.
♦ LUNAR DAYS FOR HOUSEPLANTS:
♦ LUNAR CALENDAR OF HOUSE PLANTS FOR 2017
- Favorable and unfavorable days for planting, replanting indoor flowers, house plants
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for January 2017:
3rd and 4th - Moon in the sign of Pisces, refrain from feeding these days, as well as from preparing the earthen mixture.
On January 7 and 8, the Moon will be in the sign of Taurus. These are the most favorable days for replanting plants (closer to the end of the dormant period).
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for February 2017:
If you plan to replant some plants from your flower collection this month, we advise you to choose February 8 and 9, when the Moon will be in the zodiac sign Cancer.
On the 14th and 15th the Moon is in the sign of Libra and on these days we recommend doing pruning, pinching and shaping the crown.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for March 2017:
March 2-4 Moon in Taurus - these are the most favorable days for transplantation flowering plants during the rest period.
On March 26 and 27, the Moon will be in Pisces; it is not advisable to feed or water any house plants at this time.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for April 2017:
The most favorable days for planting indoor flowers are April 3 and 4, when the Moon will be in the sign of Cancer. Best period for transplantation in April - on the 26th, 27th, when the Moon will be in Taurus.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for May 2017:
The best days for planting and replanting plants are May 28 and 29, when the Moon will be in Cancer. On May 7-8, it is useful to loosen and fertilize (Moon in Libra).
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for June 2017:
If you plan to replant some house plants in June, then choose the 7th-8th, when the Moon will be in Scorpio. The period of June 26-29 is perfect for planting, rooting, grafting, and taking cuttings.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for July 2017:
The most favorable days for replanting plants are July 3 and 4, when the Moon will be in Scorpio. On the waning Moon (July 10-22), you can start sowing, pruning, planting bulbous plants.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for August 2017:
The best days for planting and replanting plants in August are the 26th-28th, when the Moon will be in the sign of Scorpio. On the waning Moon on August 8-20, you can start pruning and crown formation.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for September 2017:
On the waxing Moon in September, transplanted plants take root very well. If you need to transplant some indoor flowers this month, the most favorable days for this are the 23rd and 24th, when the Moon will be in Scorpio. On the waning moon (September 7-19), we recommend doing organic fertilizer, planting bulbs, crown formation.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for October 2017:
On the waxing Moon, during the period of October 1-4 and October 20-31, you can start preparing cuttings for rooting. Favorable days for transplantation are the 20th-22nd, when the Moon will be in Scorpio.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for November 2017:
It is better not to plan a transplant this month (only if absolutely necessary). November 26-28, when the Moon will be in the sign of Pisces, is best suited for planting seedlings. During the New Moon period (November 18 and the coming days), it is useful to remove dried branches and leaves of plants and pinch them.
Lunar calendar of indoor plants for December 2017:
The 28th and 29th (the waxing Moon in Taurus) are the most favorable days for transplanting weak or whimsical flowering plants at the end of the dormant period.
On the waning Moon, December 4-17 is the safest period for caring for aboveground part house plants.
♦ LUNAR CALENDAR OF HOUSE PLANTS FOR 2016:
◙ Unfavorable dates for planting or replanting indoor flowers in 2016:
January:
9, 10, 11, 12, 23, 24, 25;
February:
7, 8, 9, 21, 22, 23;
March:
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 22, 23, 24;
April:
2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 21, 22, 23, 29, 30;
May:
1, 6, 7, 8, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28;
June:
4, 5, 6, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24;
July:
3, 4, 5, 19, 20, 21, 22;
August:
2, 3, 4, 17, 18, 19, 31;
September:
1, 2, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 30;
October:
1, 2, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 30, 31;
November:
1, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 28, 29, 30;
December:
4, 5, 13, 14, 15, 28, 29, 30, 31.
♦ MONTHLY LUNAR CALENDAR FOR 2016:
It is usually recommended to replant indoor plants in early spring when they begin to awaken from hibernation. Emerging sprouts or buds can serve as evidence of a flower’s readiness to leave its “home” place. Under no circumstances should you replant a plant at rest or at the moment of flowering.
However, some representatives of the plant world are not particularly sensitive to seasonal changes. If your pet is happy with the inflorescences all year round, you can change his “apartment” soon after he has finished blooming.
Whether a flower needs replanting can be determined by the following signs: it has stopped growing; leaves and flowers have become noticeably smaller than before; the plant withers and turns yellow for no apparent reason.
But there is more reliable way understand whether it is time to change the substrate and increase the size of the dishes. Gently cover the soil with your palm, passing the stem between your fingers, and turn the pot over (do not do this immediately after watering; wait until the soil dries and spread a newspaper on the floor). If the lump of earth does not come out of the pot, lightly tap it on the corner of the table. When examining a large specimen, move the soil away from the edges of the container with a wide knife or a special spatula.
Your task is to examine the root system. If it has grown so much that it fills the entire space, pot size it's time to increase. It is worth replanting the plant even if you notice darkened and softened roots. The affected areas should be removed, and the cut areas should be sprinkled with charcoal.
What time of day is it best to replant indoor plants?
It is believed that the best time of day for replanting flowers is from 16.00 to 20.00. It is not recommended to replant flowers in the early morning (when they have not yet woken up) or at noon (when the phase of greatest activity begins). According to the lunar calendar, the first days after the new moon are chosen for transplantation. To determine the specific day of replanting, you can use the lunar calendar for gardeners.
Just planting a flower in a pot is far from the only condition for it successful cultivation. When and how to replant indoor flowers correctly is a question of interest not only to beginners, but also experienced flower growers. The correct time for replanting will determine how quickly the plant adapts to its new location and begins to grow green mass.
In this article you will find useful tips and recommendations for replanting indoor plants, and also learn what replanting flowers is and how to carry it out correctly.
How to replant indoor flowers correctly
All crops, including indoor ones, are constantly developing. To prevent your favorite flowerpot from feeling cramped in an old pot, you need to know how to replant flowers at home correctly.
There are several reasons explaining the need for regular transplantation(picture 1):
- In cramped pots, crops are more susceptible to pests and diseases;
- The roots become crowded, so the leaves and stems develop much more slowly;
- Compacted soil in a pot contains much less nutrients and has poorer air permeability to the roots.
Figure 1. Signs that can help determine the need for a transplant In addition, a grown specimen that is cramped in a pot can easily break. That is why you need to regularly change containers and the substrate in them.
Peculiarities
To know how to properly transplant home crops, you need to decide on the main types of transplantation. It can be complete or incomplete. In case of complete transplantation, the flower is moved to new pot, completely replacing the old substrate and cleaning it from the roots. When replanting is incomplete, part of the soil remains on the roots, forming earthen lump, and the fresh substrate is partially added to the new pot.
Alternatively, you can simply replace upper layer soil so that the crop receives more nutrients.
Transfer rules
In order for the flowers to feel comfortable in a new pot, you need to transplant them correctly. It is advisable to carry out the procedure quickly and with all crops at the same time. Moreover best time Early spring is considered for replanting, when most species, including exotic ones, have not yet entered the stage of active growth, or are in a dormant state.
The basic rules for transplantation are:(Figure 2):
- The flower is gently removed from the pot so as not to accidentally damage its roots;
- It is important that the flower is healthy, since specimens weakened after illness or intense flowering do not tolerate transplantation well and may even die;
- If the crop has formed a dense earthen lump, it must be carefully cleared of part of the substrate and placed in a new container;
- It is important to ensure that the roots do not protrude from drainage holes in the day. If this does happen, you need to choose an even larger container or carefully trim off the excess roots.
Figure 2. Rules for replanting plants When the flower is placed in a new pot, it is sprinkled with a new layer of fertile substrate, watered and the soil is slightly compacted. This is necessary so that it quickly forms a new earthen ball and receives all the necessary nutrients (Figure 3).
These rules apply only to compact species. Large varieties are difficult to completely replant. If the pot can accommodate the root system normally, you can simply replace the top layer of soil. But, if the crop becomes crowded, you can carry out transshipment, which will be discussed below.
When is the best time to replant indoor flowers?
The most suitable time for transplantation is spring, when all crops come to life.
Note: If you did not replant one or more specimens in the spring, the procedure can be carried out later, if there is an urgent need for it.
In fact, replanting cannot be done only in winter. Therefore, if you decide to move your pets to larger pots, try to carry out this procedure from March to September. In March they are just beginning to emerge from the state of winter dormancy, and in early September they begin to prepare for winter and will tolerate transplantation normally.
Figure 3. Main stages of transplantation It is important to consider that not all species require annual replanting. This condition is relevant only for young crops that are actively growing green mass and need nutrients. It is enough to replant adult specimens once every 2-3 years or as the roots outgrow.
Handling indoor plants
Transshipment of plants is carried out if they are too large and it is impossible to completely clear their roots from the ground. In addition, this procedure is necessary for species that have been in an old pot for too long, and their roots have formed a dense lump (Figure 4).
What it is
The main difference between transshipment and transplantation is that the earthen ball in which the roots are located is not disturbed. In fact, the flower is simply transferred to a new large pot and part of the substrate is replaced.
Figure 4. Stages of transshipment of home flowers Transshipment - great way renew the soil in a pot with large specimens. For large specimens, conventional replanting is not suitable, since it is physically impossible to remove all the soil from the roots.
Why do you need to transship?
The main purpose of transshipment is to give crops the opportunity to grow, develop and bloom regularly.
Transshipment is carried out much faster than transplantation, so the flowers do not experience serious stress and practically do not suffer from the procedure. Let's consider what features transshipment has and what rules to follow when carrying it out.
Peculiarities
A characteristic feature of transshipment is low trauma to the flower itself. As a rule, transshipment is carried out for large species, which simply cannot be lifted, cleared of soil and moved to a new pot.
In addition, the roots are not injured during transshipment. They are simply removed from old container and moved to a new pot along with a lump of earth, and the free space is filled with a new nutrient substrate.
Rules
To carry out transshipment correctly, you must strictly follow the rules of procedure. First, you need to try to carefully remove the plant from the old pot. To do this, you need to slightly loosen the soil around the edges of the container and carefully remove the plant. If transshipment is carried out for very major crop, it is better to place the pot on its side, loosen the soil and simply remove the pot from the earthen clod.
Secondly, there is no need to clear the roots from the soil. Gently holding the plant by the lower part of the stem, it is moved into a new container so that the earthen ball is in the center. After this, the free space of the pot is filled with fresh nutrient substrate, slightly compacted and watered. It is important that the plant is firmly fixed in the ground. If this does not happen, it makes sense to choose a larger container or add another layer of soil.
When to replant indoor flowers in spring
Many gardeners are interested in the question of when is the best time to replant indoor flowers. Despite the fact that this procedure can be carried out almost all year round, except for winter, spring is considered the most suitable time.
In March, the plants have not yet fully awakened from hibernation, but have already accumulated enough strength to tolerate transplantation well. Therefore, it is recommended to plan the transplantation of young plants for March, and other crops can be transplanted later, when the need arises.
Transplanting indoor flowers in spring: video
If you have never replanted plants yourself, or you want to get more practical recommendations For this procedure, we recommend watching the video. In it, you'll find expert repotting tips and learn how to move flowers into new pots with minimal stress to your plants.
The moon has a great influence on our planet and this has long been proven by scientists. The moon, depending on its phase, has different effects, both on the human body and well-being, and on the growth and life of plants. It has long been known that all liquids on the plane are under its power.
During the waxing moon, tides occur and the water level in the seas and oceans rises. At this time, indoor plants experience upward sap flow, an influx of energy and intensive growth.
On the full moon this process reaches its completion. By the new moon, these processes stop, and energy in plants rushes from the top to the roots. During this period, it is not recommended to replant plants, as they become very sensitive, and even the slightest damage can lead to their death.
By replanting plants, focusing on the lunar calendar 2018, you can achieve better results and more intensive growth and flowering.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants January 2018
Since ancient times, people have noticed the influence of the moon on the life and development of plants on our planet. In order to properly grow indoor flowers, it is important to know on which lunar day you can replant plants without much risk.
- Favorable days are January 18-27.
- Unfavorable days - January 4-13.
- Neutral days are all other days.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants February 2018
It is important to remember that plants, in addition to water, also need air. The plant should not be constantly in wet soil. Don't neglect such a thing as seasonal care. IN winter time Plants should be watered less frequently, fertilizing reduced or eliminated, and kept at a lower temperature than during flowering.
- Favorable days are February 17-24.
- Unfavorable days – February 1-12.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants March 2018
It is important when growing indoor plants to follow certain safety measures. By following the lunar calendar 2018, you can avoid unfavorable days for transplantation. This will improve the growth of your flowers.
- Favorable days: March 18-26.
- Unfavorable days – March 3-11.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants April 2018
For each type of plant, it is worth selecting a pot of a certain size. Carefully study the features of the plant you decide to purchase. Some indoor flowers are first planted in small pots and only as they grow are transplanted into pots of the required volume. Other indoor plants require planting in large pots initially. If you choose the wrong pot, the development of plants may stop at an early stage of development.
- Favorable days are April 17-25.
- Unfavorable days – April 1-13.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants May 2018
Plants using solar energy transform water and carbon dioxide into sugar. They take the necessary minerals needed for this process from the earth. There are not enough of these minerals in the soil for indoor flowers. Therefore, it is recommended to fertilize the plants.
Fertilize indoor plants only during their active growth. It is important to follow the instructions on the fertilizer packaging. Depending on the type of plant, feeding periods vary. Excess fertilizer can cause irreparable harm to a houseplant.
- Favorable days are May 16-24.
- Unfavorable days – May 1-10.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants June 2018
On favorable days, you can safely replant the plants. On these days, plant juice flows from the roots to the top. Damage to the roots is unlikely if the flower is handled carefully.
On unfavorable days, it is not recommended to touch the plant and replant it. The sap of the plant flows from the top to the roots. The roots are very sensitive these days and may be damaged, which can lead to the death of the flower.
- Favorable days are June 14-22.
- Unfavorable days – June 1-9.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants July 2018
Although neutral days are not unfavorable, on such days the strength and energy of the plant begins to leave it. On neutral days it is better to leave it alone.
If the transplant is carried out on favorable days, the result of plant growth will not take long to wait.
- Favorable days are July 14-21.
- Unfavorable days – July 1-9.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants August 2018
Carefully select the type of indoor plant depending on the room where you plan to grow it. Sun-loving indoor flower will not grow and bloom properly in a room with little sunlight. Like a shade-loving flower, it will not be able to survive in a well-lit room. In addition, group your plants so they will look better and grow faster.
- Favorable days are August 12-20.
- Unfavorable days – August 1-7.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants September 2018
In order to grow a healthy and beautifully flowering plant, many indoor plant lovers follow the lunar calendar. By choosing favorable days for caring for, feeding and replanting plants, you will improve their growth, flowering and eliminate danger.
- Favorable days are September 10-20.
- Unfavorable days – September 1-8, 28-30.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants October 2018
Before replanting house flowers, you must first figure out whether they really need replanting and then replant them, following the lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants 2018.
When to replant a plant:
- The earthen lump is penetrated and braided with roots, forming the so-called felt.
- When a general sign of plant weakness appears. This indicates the depletion of the earth.
- The roots of the plant began to rot.
- The roots of the flower made their way through the hole to allow excess moisture to escape.
- The soil in the pot has become sour.
- Favorable days are October 11-18.
- Unfavorable days - October 1-8, 26-31.
- Neutral days are all the rest.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants November 2018
The time of year to transplant indoor plants depends on their type. But basically, all plants are replanted only after they have finished flowering. If there is a need to replant a plant while it is flowering, then you need to be prepared for the fact that it will drop both buds and flowers.
- Favorable days: November 12-18.
- Unfavorable days – November 3-6, 26-30.
Lunar calendar for replanting indoor plants December 2018
December is a time of holidays and bustle. It is not always possible to replant flowers on favorable days. In this case, try to avoid unfavorable days. It is better to postpone the transplant or reschedule for a more opportune time.
- Favorable days are December 8-17.
- Unfavorable days – December 25-31.
- Neutral days are the remaining days.
Transplanting orchids according to the lunar calendar 2018
It is enough to replant an orchid once every 3 years. It is worth starting to transplant it into a new pot with prepared substrate only after the flowering period. By choosing a prosperous day for this according to the lunar calendar 2018.
- Prosperous days are considered to be the days when the moon enters the new moon phase, or, as it is also called, the waxing moon. During the waxing moon, the juice from the roots of the plants rises to the top and nourishes it. At this time, you can safely replant the flower without fear of damaging its roots.
- To make it easier to remove the flower from the pot, place the pot in water for a few minutes. Carefully remove the flower, carefully holding it under the rosette with leaves. Rinse and clean the roots. With a sharp knife trim away rotted or dead roots.
- It is better to use a plastic pot to replant an orchid. Make it in required quantity holes. This is necessary so that after watering excess moisture was able to escape, and the air had direct access to the roots.
- After we have prepared the pot and substrate, we begin to transplant the orchid. Pour a small amount of the mixture into the bottom of the pot. Carefully lower the plant and slowly add the substrate so that it fills the pot up to the outlet with leaves.
- Return the plant pot to its original place. Do not water it for three days after transplanting.
Lunar calendar for violet transplantation 2018
To transplant violets, you should choose a pot that is not too large. In no big pot The root system of violets will develop faster, and flowering will accordingly occur faster.
- For better flower development, add to the bottom of the pot. thin layer river pebbles or expanded clay. It is recommended to replant violets at least once every three years. During transplantation, the plant is refreshed under warm shower, removing weak and yellowed leaves. The substrate is changed to a new one, but the old pot is left.
- It is recommended to replant violets during the waxing moon. The violet has weak roots and if you start replanting it during the waning moon, then the probability of damage to the flower and then its death is quite high.
- It is recommended to plant new flowers during the waxing moon. Loosen and cultivate the soil. Feed flowers.
- During this period, the violet needs more water. Days that fall on the waxing moon are excellent for removing stepchildren. It is necessary to remove stepchildren for good development and flower growth.
- At the moment when the moon changes from a waning moon to a waxing one, it is good to fertilize and loosen the earth. It is not recommended to prune or replant plants at this time. The duration of this phase is 3 days. It's easy to calculate. This phase begins three days before prosperous days according to the lunar calendar and ends on the first day of these days.
In most cases, transplantation is performed in the spring.
Repotting indoor plants– this is one of the mandatory procedures that must be performed as part of their care. Not everyone houseplants need such a procedure. But, most of them need to be replanted every 2-3 years without fail.
Extremely important perform the transplant correctly, because, despite its apparent simplicity, you can do everything wrong and greatly harm the plant, even provoke its death. That is why Plants must be replanted in compliance with all rules.
Favorable days for replanting indoor flowers
To indoor plants actively grew and bloomed after transplantation, you need to choose a suitable day for this. It has long been noted that certain days and the months are the most favorable for performing this procedure. And there are also days when replanting can lead to the death of the plant. Exists special calendar. This is a lunar calendar, and it is compiled professional astrologers Every year. Therefore, when planning to carry out the procedure of planting or replanting a houseplant, you must first become familiar with the most favorable days for these purposes.
Buy these calendars are available in flower shops, or just find it on the Internet, which is much faster.
In most cases transplantation is carried out in the spring, because this is the most favorable period for these purposes. At this time, plants awaken from hibernation, a state of rest, when young leaves begin to appear on them. You can also replant plants autumn Yu. This period is also considered favorable for such a procedure.
Replanting indoor plants according to the lunar calendar
Lunar calendars must be read very carefully. And it must be an up-to-date calendar this year, not the old one. After all, those days that were favorable last year may be the opposite this year. In addition, astrologers, when compiling such calendars, indicate for which types of plants a particular day is favorable. These could be, for example, tuberous, bulbous, climbing plants, etc. After all, a day favorable for replanting one type of plant may be unfavorable for another species.
It is usually not advisable to replant plants during a new moon.. During this period it is better to water it abundantly. You can remove dried branches, etc. The best phase when replanting is allowed is the waxing moon. The fact is that during this period useful material circulate actively in the plant in its above-ground parts. The zodiac factor is also important. The accelerated growth of the plant is promoted by signs such as Scorpio, Taurus, Libra, Pisces and Cancer. To avoid confusion and mistakes, it is better to use a fresh and up-to-date calendar. It will indicate the most favorable days for replanting indoor plants and days when it is better not to touch them at all.
How to properly replant indoor flowers - technology and tips
In order to replanting a houseplant was successful, it is important to choose correctly not only a favorable day for this, but also when this procedure will be performed. It is also necessary to choose the right soil type, pot size, transplant technology,irrigation intensity, the place where the plant will be placed, etc.. After the indoor plant is replanted, it is watered several times, and the leaves are also sprayed with water.
Before replanting a plant at all, you need to make sure that this is exactly what is required. How to determine this? There are several signs that indicate the plant is cramped in its current pot. For example, if the greenery in Lately there was so much that the soil was no longer visible. In addition, sometimes the root system can grow and can be seen through the soil. You need to turn the pot over and take out the plant along with the earthen lump. If the roots have entwined all the available soil, this is a clear sign that replanting is required.
If the plant is growing slowly, there is no point in replanting it in a large pot. The size of the pot should not greatly exceed the size of the previous one. If the plant is growing rapidly and the root is large, the pot size should be appropriate. It is very important to consider the type of root system so that it has room to grow. But there is no need to go overboard with the size of the pot, because in some cases it is the root system that will actively grow and the plant itself may grow, but not bloom. Or just a plant in a large pot will look ridiculous.
It is necessary to choose the right soil so that it suits the plant. But how to determine this? Information can be found on the Internet. And it's even easier to just go to flower shop and ask the seller for soil intended for a specific type of plant. It is better to purchase soil that is exactly suitable for certain types colors. Universal primers, and there are such ones too, it’s better to avoid them, because they are not suitable for all plants.
As for transplantation technologies, there are few of them.
- First way involves replanting only the plant, completely clearing its root system of soil.
- Second way- This is a transfer when the root is removed from the pot along with a lump of earth.
- Third way- This is simply replacing the top layer of soil. In the latter case, the plant is not transplanted into another pot. The top layer of soil is simply removed and filled in its place. new soil, perhaps also fertilizers.
Replanting indoor flowers in autumn (September, October)
Autumn is also considered a fairly favorable period for replanting indoor plants.. Transplantation is mainly carried out in September and October, when active growth stops, as does flowering. All the same, it is better to do a transplant in the fall if there is an urgent need for it. For example, if the root system has entwined the entire soil, if the plant is in a temporary transport pot, etc. But transshipment can be done in the fall, as well as at any other time of the year. In the fall, replanting should be done as quickly as possible, without prolonging this process for a long time, so that the roots of the plant do not dry out. Just like in the spring, transplantation in the fall must be carried out taking into account the data lunar calendar, choosing the most favorable day for this.