
Best Soil for Indoor Plants: A Simple Guide
Not all potting mixes are equal and garden soil will kill your houseplants. Here's how to choose the right mix and what ingredients actually matter for indoor plants.
Guides on when to repot, choosing the right pot and soil, and avoiding common repotting mistakes
Repotting and soil choice directly affect root health and long-term plant growth. Here you'll find guides on when to repot, how to choose the right pot and soil, and how to avoid common repotting mistakes.
New to this topic? Begin with our complete guide: How to Repot a Houseplant: Step-by-Step Guide

Not all potting mixes are equal and garden soil will kill your houseplants. Here's how to choose the right mix and what ingredients actually matter for indoor plants.

Circling roots won't magically spread out in a new pot they'll keep circling. Here's how to gently loosen, tease and cut roots to encourage healthy outward growth.

Dry soil crumbles and roots snap. Soggy soil makes a mess and hides problems. The timing of your last watering affects everything about the repotting process.

Sometimes your plant doesn't need a new pot just fresh soil. Top dressing and partial soil replacement revive tired potting mix without the stress of a full repot.

A tangled mass of circling roots needs careful handling, rush it and you'll damage your plant. Here's how to safely repot a root-bound plant and encourage healthy new growth.

The first two weeks after repotting determine whether your plant thrives or struggles. Skip the fertilizer, adjust your watering and give it time to recover.

Go 1-2 inches larger that's the golden rule for pot sizing. But why does size matter so much and when should you break the rule? A practical guide to choosing the right pot.

Roots escaping drainage holes? Water running straight through? These are clear signs your plant needs a new pot. Here's how to tell when it's time and when it's not.

Most houseplants need repotting every 1-3 years but the real answer depends on your plant type and growing conditions. Find the right frequency for your plants.

Early spring is ideal for repotting but timing mistakes can stress your plant for months. Here's when to repot, when to wait and how to read your plant's signals.

Learn when and how to repot your houseplants with our complete guide. Covers signs your plant needs repotting, choosing pots, best soil and step-by-step instructions.