Your Moonlighter should be repotted with care and in this article we go over exactly how to do it. Coming from the Urticaceae family of plants, it is a good idea to look at other types of Shrub to make the best decision when repotting as all Shrub plants can be repotted in similar ways.
What is the best way to repot your Moonlighter?
Read the essential steps below to ensure the thriving health of your Moonlighter, from optimal timing and gentle extraction to precise soil selection as part of repotting.
1 – Water Moonlighter profusely before repotting
Step one is all about preparation. Ensure you’re repotting during a growth phase of Moonlighter 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 Moonlighter to hand. The below table should help you out.
| Bloom time | nan |
|---|---|
| Soil PH | Mildly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5–7.0) |
2 – Turn your Moonlighter and the pot upside down to repot
After you have watered your Moonlighter, it should be easy to remove by pulling from the the root slowly and carefully or picking the Moonlighter up and turning it on its head.
3 – Place Moonlighter in new soil when repotting
Place in new soil in the new pot and add extra soil (if necessary) to the pot of your Moonlighter, the soil type you should use is well-draining, sandy soil soil. It may be useful to check you have the right type of soil for your Moonlighter before you begin the repotting process and maybe consider buying a plant that is similar like a Mock Orange so you don’t waste soil.
How to nurture your Moonlighter
Read on for some additional information on the care of Moonlighter.
All about Moonlighter and it’s family
To master aftercare for Moonlighter too, research Shrub care requirements in general to gain a broader understanding of your plant. These type of plants share the same family name, known in latin as Urticaceae, so becoming an expert on this type of plant could really help. When the plant is mature, you can expect it to be harmless.
What is Moonlighter called botanically?
Your Moonlighter 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 | Moonlighter Dendrocnide moroides |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Dendrocnide moroides |
For a different plant in this family, check out Cordylines which will provide a nice contrast. Alternatively, to find a plant that is can be repotted in a similar way, maybe Miss Kim Lilacs are a good fit as they are in the same family.
What should you expect if you have repot Moonlighter correctly?
To see your Moonlighter reaching its full size of 3–6 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 nan blooms precisely during nan time. This is achieved by taking care of your plant like you would any other similar plant like a Mock Orange Bush. Using the right care and being patient after you repot is key.
Moonlighter: 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 Moonlighter which is Zones 10-11. Moonlighter are native to Australia. It is recommended that when considering the sun exposure for Moonlighter, it gets part sun, part shade exposure for it to grow best. Done right, you may expect it to grow 3–6 ft. tall.. Consider this when choosing the size of the pot when repotting.
Should you keep your repotted Moonlighter 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) |