March 17, 2024, 11:07 am | Read time: 2 minutes
Almost all plants should be repotted at some point in their lives. Whether it’s because they’ve outgrown their original pot or need to be repotted due to illness. However, this procedure is usually quite messy. But it can be done cleanly.
Repotting plants can sometimes be quite a mess. The soil crumbles and ends up scattered everywhere. But repotting is unavoidable. myHOMEBOOK editor Franka Kruse-gering knows a trick to make repotting a clean process.
When to Best Repot Plants
In general, you can repot plants year-round, such as in cases of disease or pest infestation. However, spring is the best time. The plant is just coming out of its winter dormancy and is beginning to prepare for its blooming period.
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How the Repotting Trick Works
First, the old plant must be freed from its current pot. This can sometimes be a bit tricky, but if you squeeze the plastic pot a little, the plant will come out relatively quickly.
Next, we need a new, larger pot, the small old pot, and some soil. Add about two handfuls of soil to the new pot to cover the bottom. Place the small pot in the center.
Gradually fill the space between the old and new pots with soil. When you remove the small pot, you’ll see a hole has formed. This hole is just the right size for the plant’s root ball. You can now place the plant in the hole and add a bit more soil to the large pot.