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Knowing
When to Repot
How do you know when
a plant needs to be repotted?
A rootbound plant in
a pot that's too small is a prime candidate for repotting. How can
you tell? There are three symptoms to look for:
- Water runs out of
the drainage hole too quickly. This means that the soil in the
pot has become replaced by roots!
- The roots are growing
out of the drainage hole.
- The entire plant is
top-heavy. A good rule of thumb is that your container should
a diameter of one-half to one-third the height of the plant.
- When repotting, line
a table with newspaper for easy cleanup, and arrange your materials
so you can work quickly. Plants can go into shock once you've
removed them from the soil, so make the transition a speedy one
for best results.
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