Planetagarden
- What do you do when a plant gets too big?
- Should you remove old soil when repotting?
- Should I water after repotting?
- What happens if you don't repot a plant?
What do you do when a plant gets too big?
Prune them
If your plant is simply too big, cut it back. Most plants won't object to you snipping off a few leaves that are surplus to requirement. Just be sure to use sterile scissors or shears – you don't want to inadvertently spread disease and pests.
Should you remove old soil when repotting?
Most potted plants require repotting every one to two years, usually in spring as new growth first begins to appear. Removing most of the old soil and repotting the plant can also help minimize disease and pest buildup in the soil that could affect the health of the plant.
Should I water after repotting?
Water heavily, drench them, right after you repot. The water on the surface will evaporate relatively quickly, but moisture will still be trapped in the deeper soil… so that's where the roots will do. You'll be encouraging deep, healthy roots that anchor the plant AND provide it more access to water and nutrients.
What happens if you don't repot a plant?
What happens if you don't repot a plant? Plants that are severely root-bound will not be able to absorb enough water or nutrients. Some can handle this for a very long time, but others will start dying much faster.
