How often are you guys repotting and what do you consider...
My leafy plants are filling their pots quickly...
My Thai con is drying out much quicker the last week or two and has these giant thick roots in the bottom of the pot.
My pothos are exploding with roots as well and I know that both of these plants prefer to be root bound, how often are you repotting them and what do you consider to be genuinely “root bound” for these types.
They’ve been in these pots not even two months probably😪
They all seem happy still so I don’t think I’m going to mess with them but should I be preparing to soon?😬
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My Thai con is drying out much quicker the last week or two and has these giant thick roots in the bottom of the pot.
My pothos are exploding with roots as well and I know that both of these plants prefer to be root bound, how often are you repotting them and what do you consider to be genuinely “root bound” for these types.
They’ve been in these pots not even two months probably😪
They all seem happy still so I don’t think I’m going to mess with them but should I be preparing to soon?😬
#HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #RootPorn
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I consider rootbound to be such a solid, pot-shaped wall of roots that it is difficult for the plant’s root tips to grow/move freely outside of the mass even if it suddenly had more space. A super rootbound plant often needs to be cut out of the pot. Your plant has tons of space for root growth, IMO it’s fine.
Example, I’ve been meaning to move this orchid into a larger pot for like 3 months. Even though it’s mostly roots in there, they are still able to grow relatively freely and aren’t stuck together in a solid, squished mass that can’t be broken up without hurting it. You should repot your other plants before they get to this point, but you get the gist.
@smushface @DreamMachine thank you both for the responses! I think the roots already sticking out of the drainage holes was probably what was throwing me!
I definitely make no plans to repot anytime soon, and thanks to you both I have good references of what I should expect thank you!
I definitely make no plans to repot anytime soon, and thanks to you both I have good references of what I should expect thank you!
@br3nna Yep, both @Slyvie and @DreamMachine are absolutely correct. Your plant is months away from being root bound. A Monstera Thai Constellation typically outgrows its pot and becomes root-bound every 1 to 2 years. Because of their vigorous, chunky root systems, baby Thai Constellations can become root-bound in as little as 3 to 6 months. Signs Your Thai Constellation is Root-BoundYou don't need to repot the moment you see a root poking through a drainage hole, but you should check for these signs:Frequent watering: The soil dries out much faster than usual.Emerging roots: Thick roots circling the surface of the pot or growing out of drainage holes.Stunted growth: New leaves are staying small or the plant has generally slowed down its growth.Yellowing/Browning: Leaves begin dropping or showing crispy brown edges due to a lack of nutrients.How to RepotTiming: Spring or early summer is the best time to repot.Pot Size: Only size up by 1 to 2 inches in diameter. Moving into too large of a pot can cause excess moisture and lead to root rot.Soil: Use a very chunky, well-draining aroid mix (combining peat/coco coir, orchid bark, and perlite).
Hi Brenna, most plants that you purchase in stores are pot bound. Root (or pot bound). I consider a plant being root bound when the roots are beginning to grow out the bottom of the pot. At that point the roots are growing round and round in the pot. When you transplant a plant in this condition gently remove it from the pot by holding it upside down with the stem between your fingers to stop the plant from falling out of the pot. When you get your plant out of the pot. Tap the root ball to free-up the roots from the root ball. I hope this helps. 😁
@DreamMachine it’s recovering a bit still from me going out of town, but I think the embarrassment over how neglected it looks in that photo will incentivize me to put it in a taller container with room for more moss this week 😅