Browse all plant care guides published on Potting Corner, from repotting basics to troubleshooting common plant problems.
For most houseplants, soil should be moist for 5-7 days and ready for water again by day 7-10. Here's the healthy drying time for monstera, pothos, snake plants and 9 other common plants, plus what to do when soil stays wet too long.
The best soil for most indoor plants is a bagged indoor potting mix with 20% extra perlite. Succulents, aroids, ferns and orchids each need a different recipe. Here are the exact ratios, what to look for in the bag, and why garden soil kills houseplants.
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.
"Low light" doesn't mean "no light." It means tolerant of dim conditions not thriving in them. Here's what low light actually looks like and which plants genuinely survive it.
Snake plants (Sansevieria) thrive on neglect. They tolerate low light, infrequent watering and general disregard. The only way to kill them is with too much love, overwatering.