Repotting Thunias

[Gomsne]

When is it the best time to repot and or divide Thunias?

[RobS]

I'd say pretty much any moment after they drop their leaves. Probably better to wait as long as possible to be close to the moment they develop the new growth. However I wouldn't wait to long to avoid damaging the shoots / roots.

[Gomsne]

Thanks RobS. The plant has 5 canes so I might get two plants out of it. It is dormant now sow I think I'll wait till next year before repotting it.

[RobS]

There is an alternative way to multiply Thunia's. You can cut the mature stems in lengths of 5-15 cm. Let the ends dry and repot them however I have no experience in this. You can do this to make more plants faster. Keeping the stems intact will make sure that the the divisions will flower.

Another option is to cut the new stem from the old one as soon as flowering has occured. This shouldn't damage the new stem in it's abillity to flower the year after. Take care to halt watering in the week or so after cutting.

[Gomsne]

Thanks again RobS. Gives me food for thought.