How to Repot an Indoor Plant
Repotting gives a plant fresh soil and room, but it should be gentle. Prepare the pot, soil, and work area first to protect the roots.
Prepare the new pot and soil
Step 1 is “Prepare the new pot and soil.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
Water lightly beforehand
Step 2 is “Water lightly beforehand.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
Remove the plant gently
Step 3 is “Remove the plant gently.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
Check and loosen roots
Step 4 is “Check and loosen roots.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
Add soil to the new pot
Step 5 is “Add soil to the new pot.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
Set the plant at the right height
Step 6 is “Set the plant at the right height.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
Fill around roots and press lightly
Step 7 is “Fill around roots and press lightly.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
Water and return to bright light
Step 8 is “Water and return to bright light.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
If the material, food, or device condition is uncertain, pause and check instructions or test on a small area first.
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