The Tree derivative, Toi is a simple plant to repot. Follow the steps below on repotting your Tree. The steps are very similar to any other plant in the Lomandroideae family.
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What is the best way to repot your Toi?
Read the essential steps below to ensure the thriving health of your Toi, from optimal timing and gentle extraction to precise soil selection as part of repotting.
1 – Water Toi profusely before repotting
Step one is all about preparation. Ensure you’re repotting during a growth phase of Toi 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 Toi to hand. The below table should help you out.
| Bloom time | Late spring/summer |
|---|---|
| Soil PH | Acidic |
2 – Turn your Toi and the pot upside down to repot
After you have watered your Toi, it should be easy to remove by pulling from the the root slowly and carefully or picking the Toi up and turning it on its head.
3 – Place Toi in new soil when repotting
Place in new soil in the new pot and add extra soil (if necessary) to the pot of your Toi, the soil type you should use is Moist, fertile, well-drained soil. It may be useful to check you have the right type of soil for your Toi before you begin the repotting process and maybe consider buying a plant that is similar like a Tamarack so you don’t waste soil.
How to care for Toi
After the repotting process for Toi is over, it is important that you are clued up on how to take care of it into the future.
What kind of plant is Toi?
Toi is from the family of Lomandroideae and you may have also known that it is a type of Tree which is non-hazardous once mature.
What are the scientific and botanical names for Toi?
Your Toi 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 | Toi Cordyline indivisa |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Cordyline indivisa |
For a different plant in this family, check out Julia Child Rosess which will provide a nice contrast. Alternatively, to find a plant that is can be repotted in a similar way, maybe Sycamores are a good fit as they are in the same family.
Should you keep your repotted Toi inside or outside?
The reality is, there isn’t always one right answer for keeping Toi inside or out as temperatures change and you may be able to get away with both at different times of the year. Nonetheless, with some key pieces of information, you should be able to make an informed decision by looking at the hardiness zone that is recommended for the plant which is 8-12 (USDA). In addition to this, understanding the kind of climate that the plant is from and is used to which is New Zealand.
Toi: 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 Toi which is 8-12 (USDA). Toi are native to New Zealand. It is recommended that when considering the sun exposure for Toi, it gets Partial shade exposure for it to grow best. Done right, you may expect it to grow Up to 10-18 ft. tall. Consider this when choosing the size of the pot when repotting.
When can you expect your repotted Toi to bloom?
Witnessing Toi flourish after you have done the right repotting process is very satisfying. Anticipate White/green, purple/brown blooms in the Late spring/summer time and relish the sight of your Toi maturing leading up to the bloom, reaching around Up to 10-18 ft. tall. Perhaps if you really like the way your plant has grown you could grow a similar plant like Taylor Juniper.