How to transplant the Zamioculcas (Dollar Tree) house

Zamioculcas, which is also called "dollar tree", is a popular home undemanding plant.

Care for this flower does not require any effort, the only difficulty may cause only his transplant, because the dollar is different tree big enough and quite sensitive root system.

So when you move the pot roots is preferable not to touch.

Therefore, for a successful transplant the plant should adhere to certain rules.

Choosing pot Zamioculcas

Dollar Tree will feel well at home only in the event that the hostess will select for plants suitable container. Pot, you can choose a plastic or ceramic.

When transplanting should carefully pulling Zamioculcas from the previous pot, and it will not be easy because of its root system.

Actually, it is better to plant a flower in a plastic pot, which can be cut without damaging the roots, if necessary.

In addition, capacity is better to choose larger tuber plants.

On the bottom of the pot to be put drainage layer and that more fed deep into the roots in a container can add small fraction expanded clay.

So, in order to successfully transplant a dollar tree, the owner must:

1. take a plastic pot;

2. laid on the bottom of the tank drainage layer;

3. Add small fraction expanded clay soil.

After these steps, you can carefully plant a tree.

When should I repot dollar tree

Zamioculcas recommended transplanted immediately after the acquisition. But should not do it on the first day, and after acclimatization of plants.

It must get used to the microclimate of your apartment or house.

In fact, the best time to transplant is considered the first 2 weeks after purchase.

If the tree is still young, then it is recommended to repot every year. It is advisable to do it in the spring time.

Transplantation contributes to better growth of the plant and its roots. So Zamioculcas will delight you all year.

If the tree is a dollar you have about 5 years, the transplant should not do, depending on how much it has grown. That is, it is necessary to look at the changes in the shape of the pot and the plant itself.

If a plastic pot, it will inflate to the sides. If the flower is planted in a ceramic container, then the roots will begin to bulge above the ground. Thus, your pet shows itself to you when he was "closely."