Wish I saw this yesterday." Gardener reveals how to avoid the biggest mistake most people make when repotting plants: 'This ...

If you want to keep a plant healthy, ensuring it has enough light and water is only part of the equation. Over time, a houseplant will outgrow its pot, and you'll need to transfer it to a new one.

All houseplants eventually outgrow their pots. At some point, your indoor plants need a bigger pot that can hold more soil to give their roots room to grow. Let a plant get root-bound, and it will ...

Most houseplants need to be repotted once every year or two. There are obvious signs when it's time to repot, like roots growing out of the bottom of the pot. Choose a pot that's 1 to 2 inches larger ...

Choosing the wrong pot size is a common mistake many make while repotting houseplants. A pot too big can retain excess ...

Repot Christmas cactus every three to four years in late winter or early spring—never while it’s blooming. Choose a pot about ...

We all love a good indoor plant. They brighten up spaces and make great company. Some may worry about giving their plants enough sunlight or water, but there’s one factor they may not consider ...

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Look to your orchid's roots to determine when its outgrowing its pot. Here's how often your orchid needs repotting and the signs it's time for a new pot.

Spider plants are real drama queens — their roots are picky about personal space. Repot them just right, & they'll reward you ...

Riddle: How is retirement like a potted plant? We had a houseplant that was drooping sadly after years in a small hanging pot. Prune it, I said, trim off the leggy vines and give it some fertilizer.