Your Plectranthus should be repotted with care and in this article we go over exactly how to do it. Coming from the Lamiaceae 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.
Repotting Plectranthus – The ultimate guide
In this guide, we’ll navigate through the essential steps of repotting Plectranthus. Let’s begin!
1: Select the appropriate time for repotting Plectranthus
When you have decided on repotting, it becomes time to make the right plan to repot Plectranthus. Try to repot during a growth phase of the plant which usually comes before bloom time (which is in Spring, winter, fall). Also, it is useful to know that the soil ph for Plectranthus is Acidic so you can buy the right soil and get a testing kit if necessary.
2: Free your Plectranthus from its current container for repotting
How easy it is to take your Plectranthus out of the pot is up to how dry the soil is and the type of pot. This is why it is important to water in the previous step. However, with a few squeezes, bangs and maybe turning upside down, you should be able to remove your Plectranthus eventually.
3: Add your Plectranthus to its new home
The third and final step involves adding your Plectranthus in to its new home after you have removed it to complete repotting. Once done, pack in and cover the roots with Well-drained soil as this is how it grows best. Plectranthus can then be watered a final time before being left for a while to let the roots settle. It is common to have to let the roots settle like other plants that have the same roots. Pink Mulla Mulla is a good plant to grow if you would like a similar plant.
How to care for Plectranthus
After the repotting process for Plectranthus is over, it is important that you are clued up on how to take care of it into the future.
General care for repotting Plectranthus
First of all, once fully grown, Plectranthus is toxic to dogs and cats and horses (some species). When trying to find out more information about it so you can take better care of it, you may want to be aware of the other types of names and the fact that your Perennial is in the Lamiaceae family of plants.
What are the scientific and botanical names for Plectranthus?
Ever wondered about the scientific and botanical identities of Plectranthus? You may have come across Plectranthus Plectranthus or Plectranthus spp. in the past, You can research these names using trusted sources like wikipedia’s page on botanical names where you can find out a lot more information. These names provide a more in-depth understanding of your plant’s classification. You may even find ideas for choosing similar plants for your next repotting task like Pink Muhly Grass. This plant shares similar characteristics so you may wish to repot them together.
On the other hand, if you’re in the mood for a change, why not explore the information we have on repotting a completely different plant like Thanksgiving Cactus?
When can you expect your repotted Plectranthus to bloom?
To see your Plectranthus reaching its full size of 6 in.-6.5 ft. tall 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 Purple, pink, white, blue blooms precisely during Spring, winter, fall time. This is achieved by taking care of your plant like you would any other similar plant like a Plantain Lily. Using the right care and being patient after you repot is key.
After you have repot Plectranthus, how should you take care of it?
To repot for the best effect, consider your hardiness zone in where you live and compare it to the recommended hardiness zone of Plectranthus which is 8 to 11 (USDA). Plectranthus are native to Africa, Asia. It is recommended that when considering the sun exposure for Plectranthus, it gets Full, partial exposure for it to grow best. Done right, you may expect it to grow 6 in.-6.5 ft. tall. Consider this when choosing the size of the pot when repotting.
Where should you keep Plectranthus? Inside or outside?
When it comes to repotting your Creeping Zinnia and deciding on growing it inside your house or outside, you will need the two pieces of information below. Compare the weather near you to the recommended growing conditions below for your Creeping Zinnia:
| Native area | Central America (Mexico, Guatemala) |
|---|---|
| Hardiness zone | 2–11 (true annual, grown in all USDA zones) |