Plant Care

All the plants you have in your garden and also inside the house, should be cared for correctly. This will ensure you get the best displays and long-life from them.

Carting for House Plants

Repotting

Most houseplants will grow a lot better if they are regularly potted on into larger pots.

If a plant becomes potbound, the growth rate will rapidly decrease. There are exceptions to this, and some plants prefer to be left to avoid root disturbance, or because they have a small root system. Examples include: African Violets, Begonias grown for foliage, most cacti and succulents.

Repotting is best done in the spring as this is when the new growth is beginning. A simple test to see if the plant needs repotting can be done by turning the pot upside down, tapping it to release the plant and inspect the roots. If all you can see are roots, then it is time for repotting.

If you do decide to repot the plant, ensure you use a similar compost to the one the plant is growing in.