Repotting is one of the most fun parts of houseplant ownership — you get to pick a cool new pot and get your hands in the soil. One of the things that gets us repotting is when our plants become ...

Not sure when it's time to repot? Plants give you several clues when they're getting too cramped (a problem that's often referred to as pot-bound or root-bound). Roots starting to poke out of the ...

Once the root ball is out of the pot you will be able to clearly see how pot-bound the plant is. If the roots do not look like they have filled up the pot, you can slip the root ball back into the pot ...

Repotting a plant is more than putting a plant in a pot. Not all plants belong in the same pot. Not all pots are adequate for all plants. Plastic, terracotta, cement, ceramic, wood? Many things to ...

Most houseplants begin active growth in the spring, which makes this the ideal time to repot them. How to tell if a plant needs repotting Look for signs of root crowding -- roots growing out of the ...

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 ...

Aloe vera is one of the easiest succulents to grow as a houseplant because it's very adaptable to indoors conditions. However, knowing when and how to repot aloe vera plants is key to keeping this ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – With so many people spending time at home, you might have a little extra time to get outside and knock out some yard work. If you have indoor or outdoor plants or trees in ...

It may surprise you to learn that there are lots of houseplants that like to be pot-bound – thriving in a more constricted environment. With these houseplant ideas, repotting more frequently than ...

If you have been gardening for some time you know what I mean when I talk about “butterflying” your new plant. For those who think I have been out in the sun too long, I will explain how and why you ...

Many of us grow tropical plants in containers to beautify our porches, patios and decks. These plants often live two lives, spending summer outside when the weather is warm and going inside during the ...

It’s common to use tropical plants growing in containers to beautify our outdoor living areas. These plants often live two lives — spending summer outside when the weather is warm and going inside the ...