The Shrub derivative, Mock Orange Bush is a simple plant to repot. Follow the steps below on repotting your Shrub. The steps are very similar to any other plant in the Rutaceae family.
Mock Orange Bush – How to repot for best results
Read on for a simple yet effective three step process for repotting and growing your Mock Orange Bush.
First of all, get prepared for repotting Mock Orange Bush
Plan out how and when you’ll get your Mock Orange Bush loose to repot it. Consider how much water your Mock Orange Bush needs before repotting and look at the bloom time which is in Spring, summer, fall and soil ph which is Acidic, neutral, alkaline to ensure the repotting process goes well.
Second of all, Take your Mock Orange Bush out of the original pot
Mock Orange Bush can be removed simply by loosening up with a few bangs on the side of the pot and the be turned upside down very carefully so as to not harm your Mock Orange Bush as it comes out.
Third and finally, repot Mock Orange Bush to a new pot
Achieving success in repotting Mock Orange Bush would be more likely if you used the ideal soil type of Loamy, well-drained soil. Fill in any air pockets in the new pot of your Mock Orange Bush with this soil and give it a final water afterwards. Perhaps even get your hands on more similar plants like Miss Kim Lilac so you can repot this and make use of any leftover soil afterwards.
How to care for Mock Orange Bush
After the repotting process for Mock Orange Bush is over, it is important that you are clued up on how to take care of it into the future.
What is Mock Orange Bush called botanically?
Your Mock Orange Bush may have other names you could call it. Consider the botanical and scientific names for the plants below. You may need this information when considering what soil type to buy or to get more specific on how to take care of it.
| Scientific name | Mock Orange Murraya paniculata |
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| Botanical name | Murraya paniculata, Chalcas paniculata |
For a different plant in this family, check out Crocodile Ferns which will provide a nice contrast. Alternatively, to find a plant that is can be repotted in a similar way, maybe Mexican Oranges are a good fit as they are in the same family.
What plant family is Mock Orange Bush from?
Mock Orange Bush is from the family of Rutaceae and you may have also known that it is a type of Shrub which is harmless once mature.
Once the repotting process is done for your Mock Orange Bush, what should you do?
When you repot, it’s important to make sure the repotting process is effective and your Mock Orange Bush grows to how tall it can get in its new pot which is 8-12 ft. tall, 8-12 ft. wide. Mock Orange Bush should also be kept in an area where the sun exposure is ideal and it gets Full, partial exposure in its new home.
This shouldn’t be a big issue if you are growing your Mock Orange Bush in the recommended area of the US which is in the hardiness zone: 10-12 (USDA). With the right care and some common sense of the fact Mock Orange Bush is usually found in Asia, Australia, it should grow well.
How to work out if you have repot Mock Orange Bush correctly
Witnessing Mock Orange Bush flourish after you have done the right repotting process is very satisfying. Anticipate White blooms in the Spring, summer, fall time and relish the sight of your Mock Orange Bush maturing leading up to the bloom, reaching around 8-12 ft. tall, 8-12 ft. wide. Perhaps if you really like the way your plant has grown you could grow a similar plant like Mock Orange.
Is the best place to keep Mock Orange Bush indoors or outdoors after repotting?
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) |
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| Hardiness zone | 2–11 (true annual, grown in all USDA zones) |