Most plants need to be repotted every now and then. Plants that you grow hydroponically are no exception. In our article you will learn how to properly repot plants in clay granules.
How do I repot plants in clay granules?
Rinse new clay granules thoroughly and soak for 24 hours. Fill a sufficiently large container with some granules. Place the plant, freed from dead roots and loose substrate, in the hydroponic pot. Continue filling the main container with clay granules. Don't forget to integrate the water level indicator.
How often do I have to repot plants in clay granules?
The good news: You have to repot hydroponic plants in clay granules much less often than plants that you cultivate in conventional potting soil. However, the former also need a larger pot every now and then so that their water roots have enough space. However, there are no fixed time intervals. Simply repot your hydroponic plantsif necessary.
Note: If the plant lifts out of the pot due tostrong root growth, it is high time to repot it.
When should I repot plants in clay granules?
Repotting hydroponic plants in clay granules is recommendedbetween spring and summer. During this time the green beauties have the most energy, so they tolerate repotting better.
How do I care for hydroponic plants after repotting?
After repotting hydroponic plants in clay granules, fill the container up to the 'Optimum' display with a suitablenutrient solution in the concentration recommended by the manufacturer. Only add nutrients again once the water level has dropped to 'minimum'.
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Instructions if you only want to use clay granules as a drainage layer
1. Rinse and soak clay granules.
2. Cover the drain hole of the new pot with broken pottery or gravel.
3. Depending on the size of the vessel, fill in a 2-6 cm high layer of granules.
4. Spread the soil on the drainage layer.
5. Lightly loosen the plant's root ball and remove dead roots and excess soil.
6. Place the plant in the prepared pot.7. Then keep the soil constantly moist.