I’m wondering if I should repot Mollie into dirt
Mollie’s roots have had this cloudiness around them for some time, it’s still there even though I changed the water out yesterday! Is she sick? If so, how do I fix her?
0ft to light, indirect
2” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 month ago
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Best Answer
Hi Junibee, are you growing it Hydroponically or is it being propagated? If Hydro- are you giving it the proper nutrients it needs? Plants grown in water need specific Hydroponics solution because it’s not growing in soil where plants get their nutrients from. And if Propagating- it has a ton of roots and I might suggest getting her in soil. The cloudy water might be suggesting a Biofilm may be building up, which often requires cleaning the roots and refreshing the water. I hope this helps. If you have more questions just ask 😊🪴💕
@SillyPlantGirl Thank you so much! To answer your question, yes I am growing it Hydroponically, thank you for letting me know that it’s not getting the nutrients it needs—I had no idea! It was given to me as a gift in water so I assumed that that was how I should keep it, should I transfer it to soil?
@june_da_bee Yeah, Hydroponic grown plants need that solution to keep it thriving and growing. Going from water to soil there’s some important things to know. It might be a bit log but I’m going to paste it here for you…”Ok here’s the info on repotting to soil…. “To successfully repot your Silver Sword Philodendron from water propagation into soil, you must prioritize a highly chunked, well-draining environment. Water-grown roots are fragile and prone to rot if suffocated by standard heavy potting soil. Required Materials- The Soil Mix: Create a chunky "aroid mix" by combining 40% potting soil, 30% orchid bark, and 30% perlite. This ensures maximum airflow around the water roots. The Pot: Choose a small plastic pot with ample drainage holes at the bottom. Do not upsize too early; choose a pot that just comfortably houses the root system with an extra inch of space. Support: A bamboo stake or moss pole. Since Philodendron is a natural climber, providing support immediately encourages larger, sword-shaped leaves.
Step-by-Step Repotting
Prepare the Base: Fill the bottom third of your new drainage pot with the chunky aroid mix. Position the Support: Insert your moss pole or stake deep into the pot first so you do not impale the delicate roots later. Place the Plant: Gently settle the roots into the pot. Hold the stem against the support structure. Fill and Secure: Carefully pour the remaining soil mix around the roots. Tap the sides of the pot to let the soil settle. Gently press down—do not pack it tightly. The Transition Soak: Water the soil thoroughly until it runs out of the bottom drainage holes. Aftercare: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy for the first 2 to 3 weeks. This helps the water-adapted roots adjust to the texture of the soil without drying out. Place it in a spot with bright, indirect sunlight.” I hope this helps!
Prepare the Base: Fill the bottom third of your new drainage pot with the chunky aroid mix. Position the Support: Insert your moss pole or stake deep into the pot first so you do not impale the delicate roots later. Place the Plant: Gently settle the roots into the pot. Hold the stem against the support structure. Fill and Secure: Carefully pour the remaining soil mix around the roots. Tap the sides of the pot to let the soil settle. Gently press down—do not pack it tightly. The Transition Soak: Water the soil thoroughly until it runs out of the bottom drainage holes. Aftercare: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy for the first 2 to 3 weeks. This helps the water-adapted roots adjust to the texture of the soil without drying out. Place it in a spot with bright, indirect sunlight.” I hope this helps!
@SillyPlantGirl Thank you so much!!