Your Chinese Flame Tree should be repotted with care and in this article we go over exactly how to do it. Coming from the Sapindaceae family of plants, it is a good idea to look at other types of Tree to make the best decision when repotting as all Tree plants can be repotted in similar ways.
Table of Contents
What is the best way to repot your Chinese Flame Tree?
Read on for a simple yet effective three step process for repotting and growing your Chinese Flame Tree.
First of all, get prepared for repotting Chinese Flame Tree
Plan out how and when you’ll get your Chinese Flame Tree loose to repot it. Consider how much water your Chinese Flame Tree needs before repotting and look at the bloom time which is in Summer and soil ph which is Acidic, alkaline to ensure the repotting process goes well.
Second of all, Take your Chinese Flame Tree out of the original pot
Chinese Flame Tree 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 Chinese Flame Tree as it comes out.
Third and finally, repot Chinese Flame Tree to a new pot
Achieving success in repotting Chinese Flame Tree would be more likely if you used the ideal soil type of Sandy, clay, loamy soil. Fill in any air pockets in the new pot of your Chinese Flame Tree with this soil and give it a final water afterwards. Perhaps even get your hands on more similar plants like Chinese Elm so you can repot this and make use of any leftover soil afterwards.
Looking after your Chinese Flame Tree
Read the following information carefully as it will walk you through how to make sure your Chinese Flame Tree thrives after the repotting process is over
What is Chinese Flame Tree called botanically?
There may be other more scientific names for your Chinese Flame Tree such as Chinese Flame Tree Koelreuteria bipinnata or ‘Koelreuteria bipinnata’ as a more botanical name. Consider repotting other plants like a Chinese Dwarf Banana Tree or if you want to be different, another type of plant like Goutweed to continue repotting.
More information about Chinese Flame Tree after repotting
To take care of your Chinese Flame Tree in the best way after repotting, make sure you research how to take care of Tree in general as your plant is from the same family. In latin, this family name is called Sapindaceae that is non-hazardous.
A guide on the long term care for Chinese Flame Tree after repotting
In the aftercare of Chinese Flame Tree, be sure that you give it the right sun exposure (Full), you’re growing it in the right hardiness zone (7-9 (USDA)) and that your climate is similar to where your Chinese Flame Tree is from (Asia). If you do this correctly, your Chinese Flame Tree should grow to its mature size in its new pot of 20-30 ft. tall, 25-35 ft. wide.
Should you grow your repotted Chinese Flame Tree in your house or outside?
Deciding on keeping a plant outside can be a risky option if you’re not sure how well your Chinese Flame Tree 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 (7-9 (USDA)) and the plant’s original native area (Asia). Then compare it to whether you think your local environment will suit your Chinese Flame Tree or if you’re putting it at risk by keeping it outdoors.
What should you expect if you have repot Chinese Flame Tree correctly?
Achieving the desired height of 20-30 ft. tall, 25-35 ft. wide which is what you can expect after the right care for your Chinese Flame Tree should also come with Golden yellow blooms at Summer time. Check out Chinese Fan Palm for another example of a plant that blooms around the same time.