Alternatively if the plant is in the growers pot, the plastic can be cut away to reveal the root ball. Plants with more sensitive roots, like cacti, succulents, and snake plants should be handled as little as possible during the repotting process.
Make sure to press down gently yet firmly, to secure the plant. It is good to compact the soil as loosely packed soil can result in the plant becoming unstable, or water channeling through so that it doesn't effectively get absorbed into the medium. Fill the container up close to its lip, but stop at least half an inch to an inch from the top so you can water easily without spillage or overflow.
Finally, clean off any errant dirt from your pot and your plant with a damp cloth and take a moment to admire your handiwork! Give your plant a nice thorough drink when all is said and done. For cacti and succulents it is best to hold off on water for a week or so as their roots settle best in dry soil.
Keep in mind transplant shock is normal for all plants, and stronger is some varieties more than others. Shop Small Plants. Small Planters. Large Planters. Plant Physiology Node Nodes are the places on a stem where leaves attach, and buds are.
Buds may be recessed into the stem, but the node is usual When watering your houseplants, keep in mind the time of day. The best time to water indoor plants is during the morning hours, before the sunshine Loving your plant is easy enough, but how well do we know our plants? While we fall hard and fast in love with plants, make them the center of atte With some simple tips and tricks, potting your houseplants is easy. If you want to switch up the decor or your plant is overgrown, proper potting is key to set your plant up for success.
Let's take a look at what to know before you pot. If you see one or a combination of these signs, you'll know it's time to repot: Roots are growing through the drainage hole at the bottom of the planter Roots are pushing the plant up, out of the planter Plant is growing slower than normal different than winter dormancy Plant is extremely top heavy, and falls over easily Plant dries out more quickly than usual, requiring more frequent waterings Aboveground parts of plant take up more than three times the pot space Noticeable salt and mineral build up on the plant or planter Here's what you'll want handy: Your new houseplant , of course The planter you're potting into Fresh potting mix Lava rocks or similar if your planter does not have a drainage hole Steps to Repot 1.
Welcome to our community! Learn More. However, if your plant is clearly getting too big for its home, you will need to graduate it to a roomier vessel.
Not too big, though - a plant with too much space can drown in all the extra soggy soil around it. Make sure the new pot is not only wider, but also deeper. Search Search our store Search. When to Repot When should you repot? Keep adding new soil until the new soil level is even with the old one — adding too much soil around the stem can cause stem rot and lead to the collapse of your plant. In fact, if the soil is already wet, watering at the end just for the sake of it can cause stress on the plant.
We recommend letting most newly-transplanted houseplants — especially cacti and succulents — go a few days without additional water so their new roots can breathe and begin growing into their new space.
The best bet is to stick to the level of soil moisture and the watering schedule your plant is used to. If your plant is rootbound and you want it to continue growing bigger, then repotting in a bigger pot is the best choice for you and your plant. Root trimming is actually an important step when repotting orchids — it promotes new growth and blooms.
To prune the roots, remove your rootbound plant from its pot. Then use a clean, sharp pair of garden scissors or pruners to remove no more than a third of the root mass, starting at the bottom and sides.
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