Should I repot my Monstera?
I just picked up my first Monstera from Lidl about a week ago! Iβve heard itβs generally a good idea to repot store-bought plants into fresh soil after bringing them home since the soil they come in isnβt always the best quality.
I was planning to repot my Monstera today, but after some research, I learned that repotting in winter (their dormant season) can be risky.
So now Iβm stuck wondering, whatβs riskier?
β’ Leaving my Monstera in the soil it came in, which might not be ideal, until spring?
β’ Or repotting it now during its dormant season?
A few other things to note:
β’ It has several large roots sticking out well above the soil line, with one root visibly circling the perimeter of the pot.
β’ I checked underneath the pot, and there are roots visible at the bottom too.
Is it normal for Monsteras to have exposed roots like this on top and/or bottom, or is this a sign that itβs rootbound? If itβs rootbound, I might need to repot nowβbut Iβm not entirely sure.
What would you recommend? Any advice would be greatly appreciated ππ½π±
#Monstera #HappyPlants
I was planning to repot my Monstera today, but after some research, I learned that repotting in winter (their dormant season) can be risky.
So now Iβm stuck wondering, whatβs riskier?
β’ Leaving my Monstera in the soil it came in, which might not be ideal, until spring?
β’ Or repotting it now during its dormant season?
A few other things to note:
β’ It has several large roots sticking out well above the soil line, with one root visibly circling the perimeter of the pot.
β’ I checked underneath the pot, and there are roots visible at the bottom too.
Is it normal for Monsteras to have exposed roots like this on top and/or bottom, or is this a sign that itβs rootbound? If itβs rootbound, I might need to repot nowβbut Iβm not entirely sure.
What would you recommend? Any advice would be greatly appreciated ππ½π±
#Monstera #HappyPlants
In my opinion she looks pretty healthy. I would acclimate her to your environment for a while before repotting it. Let her soil almost completely dry out before you choose to rewater again to prevent root rot. You may also want to quarantine her away from your other plants for a while to ensure there arent any pests secretly hiding. The exposed roots at the top are arial roots and were directed back into the soil to allow them to take up more nutrients, so thereβs no rush to bury them. Monsteras like a snug pot and donβt mind being quite rootbound π. Good luck!! π
Generally its okay to repot indoor house plants in the winter, especially if they are showing signs of being root-bound or if you need to move them to a larger pot, but it's important to be mindful that if they are in a semi-dormant state during this time, you should handle them very carefully to not stress them out. If it is not rootbound then consider waiting until late winter when more light is available for better recovery after repotting.
@Kapuac I thought so too! At least for now - I just donβt want to make any mistakes. I think Iβll take your advice and leave her be til she shows signs of needing intervention.
The only other question is when to waterβ¦ her soil is so stiff that itβs difficult to even break the top layer to check. But as you say, she seems to like it that way π Guess Iβll just wait to see signs of dehydration π€π½
Thank you for the advice and well wishes π€
The only other question is when to waterβ¦ her soil is so stiff that itβs difficult to even break the top layer to check. But as you say, she seems to like it that way π Guess Iβll just wait to see signs of dehydration π€π½
Thank you for the advice and well wishes π€
@SelfmadeSalsify Thatβs what I thought, as well, given the temperature doesnβt change much. But I read they also choose their dormancy by other factors (hours of daylight, humidity, etc) so Iβm apprehensive.
I canβt tell whether sheβs root bound without taking her out - maybe Iβll do just that, and if she is truly root bound, repot. Otherwise we will wait till late winter/early spring ππ½
I canβt tell whether sheβs root bound without taking her out - maybe Iβll do just that, and if she is truly root bound, repot. Otherwise we will wait till late winter/early spring ππ½
@Sept_girl I tend to do the same, and so far, it's only benefitted me.
Your monstera looks great! I might pull mine out just to check if it's rootbound. I don't have any roots coming out of the bottom like yours had, but I do see them circling the pot.
I've also got a few drooping/yellowing/torn leaves. The holes were there when I got her - not sure if it was a pest or just rough handling. But the drooping must mean something... Got to narrow down the possibilities.
Your monstera looks great! I might pull mine out just to check if it's rootbound. I don't have any roots coming out of the bottom like yours had, but I do see them circling the pot.
I've also got a few drooping/yellowing/torn leaves. The holes were there when I got her - not sure if it was a pest or just rough handling. But the drooping must mean something... Got to narrow down the possibilities.
@SucculentSavant sooo beautiful though ! Healthy roots
@SucculentSavant I water mine every 10 days