Banana plants grow very quickly. They can grow up to 2 meters in length every year. For this reason, these plants can be transplanted at least once a year in our area.
When and how should you repot a banana plant?
Repotting a banana plant is ideal in spring when the old pot becomes too small and roots emerge from the water holes. Use a larger clay pot and loose, well-drained planting substrate with a pH value of around 7. Carefully separate shoots and shorten root balls if necessary.
Good preparation
The best time to change pots, similar to other plants, is spring. Basically, you only repot when the old flower pot is too small. As soon as the roots start to emerge from the water holes, the perfect time has come.
Clay pots are best suited as a new home. Depending on the expected size of the plant, an appropriately large format should be chosen. The new pot must still provide sufficient support.
Perfect soil for repotting
After repotting, the banana tree recovers quickly. She quickly goes back to further growth.
A loose, permeable plant substrate is suitable as a substrate. A pH value of around 7 is ideal. Peat is also suitable for cultivation.
Protective plant substrate
Since the banana plant is a favorite place for pests and vermin, special focus should be placed on the right substrate.
It has proven useful to disinfect the plant substrate before repotting:
- in the oven or microwave
- about 15 minutes
- at least 160 degrees Celsius
The treated substrate can then be used immediately. It should be slightly moistened for planting.
More handles
When repotting, it is important to carefully separate the shoots from the mother plant. These draw heavily on the mother's energy.
In addition, hobby gardeners can also remove a piece of the root ball with a clear conscience. These often form strong extensions underground. These simply need to be solved.
Tips & Tricks
If it grows well, the plant will delight you with lots of leaves. One or two new magnificent specimens per week are child's play. However, when choosing when to repot, only the size of the root ball should be considered.
