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How to Repot Your Plants

Repot your plants



To improve continued growth and root health, it is important to know how and when to replant your plants. The average healthy houseplant will grow larger than its container and will need to be re-potted at least once in its lifetime.


If you are new to parenting, relocation can seem daunting. But re-reporting does not have to be like rocket science. We are here for beginner plant owners to enhance their growing collections with the Grow-How they need to take care of. Read our guide on replanting houseplants, which includes step-by-step tutorials on when to replant and how to replant your plants.


How do I know if I need to pot again?


When you notice roots crawling on the surface of the soil or watching the roots grow through the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot, you know it is time to replant. This is a sign that your plant is rooted and needs more space.


Another sign that it is time to potty again is that water flows through the pot during irrigation and exits the drain hole. This shows that the roots take up more space in the current pot and there is not enough soil to take root in the current plant.


How to repot your plants


Step 1



Choose a pot that is approximately 2 "larger than the current pot with drainage holes with the saucer. If your new pot is larger than the original 2" there may be more soil to use for the roots, making the plant too wet and leading to root problems.


Step 2

Fill one-third of the new pot with fresh pot soil.


Step # 3


Slowly move the plant from its current pot. You should gently shake the plant or use a soil knife to encourage rooting. Cut dead, thin, discolored, or overly long roots with sharp scissors or scissors. Wipe the blades by rubbing alcohol between each snip.


Step # 4


Place the plant in the center of the new pot and place the top of its root ball a few inches below the top of the pot.


Step # 5


Fill the pot with soil and cover the root ball completely. Gently tap the soil around the roots. A soil scoop or hand mill can come in handy here.


Step # 6


Finally, water the plant well-using irrigation can until the water flows generously from the base of the plant.


Step # 7



Allow the plant to rest so that all of the water comes out of the pot. Then place it in its new saucer and make sure there is no puddle of water.


Plant Mom Pro Tip:


It is important to have a hole in the bottom for draining excess water into a saucer in your new pot. In a pot without drainage, a plant is very susceptible to root rot and damage or die from excessive watering.

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