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Watch the video with the reasons why you need to transplant an indoor flower in the fall!

one The plant has outgrown the pot

It is easy to detect this reason with the naked eye — the plant is clearly larger than its capacity. Now this may not have a detrimental effect on his condition, but it will definitely interfere with his development in the future. The main problem is that the rhizome and the earth around it become so voluminous and dense that water does not penetrate deep into the pot. No water, no life. When transplanting, avoid over-compacting the soil.

2 The soil did not let air and water through and was depleted

Water may also not penetrate deep into the ground if the ground has become too dense. The problem is aggravated by the fact that air does not get inside. Under such conditions, the soil loses all the necessary resources for the life and growth of a home plant. This happens with a long delay in the moment of transplantation, and if the critical moment has come in the fall, then you will have to replant the flower. This will affect him much better than being in non-resource soil.

3 Mold appeared on the surface of the earth

During dry weather in the summer, houseplants seem to need more watering, resulting in a risk of overwatering. In turn, this leads to stagnation of water and the appearance of mold, and this is found just at the beginning of autumn. But not always to blame for an excessive amount of water — evaluate the depth of the pot, it should correspond to the size of the plant and the volume of the roots. It is easy to notice mold — a whitish coating on the surface of the soil, which reappears when the first layer is removed. Focus on the general condition of the flower — in the soured earth, it will wither. By the way, contrary to the general rule, in case of mold, it is impossible to moisten the soil a few hours before transplanting! In the period of addiction with watering, you also need to be careful.

four Need adaptation before flowering or growth

Some types of plants do not hibernate in winter, but, on the contrary, bloom and increase in growth. Among them, for example, poinsettia (known as the «Christmas flower»), azalea, cyclamen, orchid and guzmania. If these varieties are transplanted in September or October, they have time to recover from transplanting and adapt to a new pot with fresh soil. And at the right time in winter, these plants will be ready to bloom. But keep in mind that November is extremely unfavorable in this regard.

When should plants not be transplanted?

Despite the listed indications for an autumn transplant, there are cases when it is still better to avoid it.

• The period of flowering or the appearance of buds.
• A seriously weakened condition of a home plant, not related to the soil, but to other factors. In this case, it is necessary to direct all efforts to maintain a viable state, and only then proceed to the next stage.
• Start of the heating season. Indoor flowers will immediately feel a sharp change in temperature and humidity levels and will take time to get used to the new conditions. It is better to either have time to transplant before turning on the batteries (during September), or after, but after waiting a couple of weeks.