May the roots of the palm be cut off while repotting?

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• May the roots of the palm be cut off while repotting?
• Do not shorten healthy roots
• Rotten and dead root parts
• Root spiral on the ground
• Tips

Healthy roots should not be damaged when repotting

May the roots of the palm be cut off while repotting?

Well maintained palms develop a very extensive root system. It is so strong that it is even able to blow up the planter. At the latest then it is high time to implement. Sometimes the root ball is already so big that it hardly fits into the new pot. But can the roots be cut back without hesitation?

Do not shorten healthy roots

Palm trees are very sensitive to root system damage. This is also the reason why so many palm trees go through waterlogging and root rot. Therefore, healthy roots should not be curtailed.

So that the root ball does not fall apart and the fine parts of the plant are thereby damaged, it is advisable to water the palm well before repotting.

If the plant can not be lifted out of the pot, the vessel may need to be disassembled. Please do not tear or tug on the trunk to get the palm out of the pot. As a result, the palm often takes damage and comes in despite the best care and fresh substrate.

Rotten and dead root parts

These should be removed in any case, then they can begin to rot in the moist soil and favor the dreaded root rot.

Healthy root system is bright and crisp. Damaged plant parts are identified by the following criteria:

First, remove the old substrate surrounding the rooting. The damaged parts are cut off with a very sharp knife. Thoroughly clean the cutting tools prior to this care so that bacteria can not enter the plant through the open cut surfaces.

Root spiral on the ground

Sometimes the root system at the bottom of the vessel forms a spiral that is already growing out of the vent hole. These may also be cut off when repotting.

Tips

Often palm trees are sold for reasons of space in too small vessels. Therefore copy new acquisitions in a timely manner into a larger pot.Thus, the Mediterranean ambassador can develop well as desired.