Your Bloomerang Lilac should be repotted with care and in this article we go over exactly how to do it. Coming from the Oleaceae family of plants, it is a good idea to look at other types of Perennial to make the best decision when repotting as all Perennial plants can be repotted in similar ways.
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What plant family is Bloomerang Lilac from?
Bloomerang Lilac is from the family of Oleaceae and you may have also known that it is a type of Perennial.
Does Bloomerang Lilac have any other names?
It could be the case that you have the right information on a plant but you don’t actually know the other names for it so you can do some more research. So, after repotting, consider the other names for the plant such as Syringa x ‘Penda’ which is the botanical name for Bloomerang Lilac. You may also have heard of it being called Bloomerang Lilac Syringa x ‘Penda’.
How to repot Bloomerang Lilac
Read the essential steps below to ensure the thriving health of your Bloomerang Lilac, from optimal timing and gentle extraction to precise soil selection as part of repotting.
1 – Water Bloomerang Lilac profusely before repotting
Step one is all about preparation. Ensure you’re repotting during a growth phase of Bloomerang Lilac if you want to get the most out of repotting. In addition to this, consider watering generously beforehand to loosen the soil and you have the right soil for your Bloomerang Lilac to hand. The below table should help you out.
2 – Turn your Bloomerang Lilac and the pot upside down to repot
After you have watered your Bloomerang Lilac, it should be easy to remove by pulling from the the root slowly and carefully or picking the Bloomerang Lilac up and turning it on its head.
3 – Place Bloomerang Lilac in new soil when repotting
Place in new soil in the new pot and add extra soil (if necessary) to the pot of your Bloomerang Lilac, the soil type you should use is Loamy soil. It may be useful to check you have the right type of soil for your Bloomerang Lilac before you begin the repotting process.
Should you keep your repotted Bloomerang Lilac inside or outside?
Deciding on keeping a plant outside can be a risky option if you’re not sure how well your Bloomerang Lilac will hold up in the change of climate. However, the good news is, now you have repotted it, it can always be brought back inside if you notice sub-optimal plant growth. Take a look at the hardiness zone (3-7 (USDA)) and the plant’s original native area (Cultivar, no native range). Then compare it to whether you think your local environment will suit your Bloomerang Lilac or if you’re putting it at risk by keeping it outdoors.
How to work out if you have repot Bloomerang Lilac correctly
To see your Bloomerang Lilac reaching its full size of 4-5 feet tall and wide requires your attention and care. Imagine it is a while after repotting and you have taken care of the plant in the right way. You’ll have the joy of seeing it burst into Pink, purple blooms precisely during Spring, summer, fall time. This is achieved by the right care and being patient after you repot.
Bloomerang Lilac: taking care of your green companion after repotting
To repot for the best effect, consider your hardiness zone in where you live and compare it to the recommended hardiness zone of Bloomerang Lilac which is 3-7 (USDA). Bloomerang Lilac are native to Cultivar, no native range. It is recommended that when considering the sun exposure for Bloomerang Lilac, it gets Full exposure for it to grow best. Done right, you may expect it to grow 4-5 feet tall and wide. Consider this when choosing the size of the pot when repotting.