The Monsoon Reset: How to Repot Root-Bound Houseplants Before the Rains
The pre-monsoon humidity provides the ideal window for repotting root-bound houseplants. Discover our step-by-step root-trimming repotting guide.
The Monsoon Reset: How to Repot Root-Bound Houseplants Before the Rains
Monsoon season brings high ambient humidity—the perfect natural recovery window for repotting container plants. If your plants have roots coiling around the pot bottoms, they are ready for a reset.
Pruning Roots and Pot Sizing
Gently slide the root-bound plant out of its container. Untangle the outer roots and prune away up to 10% of dead or circled roots. Move to a new pot that is only 2 inches larger in diameter. Sizing up too much leaves excess uncolonized soil, which stays wet and leads to rot.
Post-Repotting Recovery
Place repotted plants in a sheltered balcony where they can benefit from rain humidity without getting waterlogged.
Ensure successful repotting. Add volcanic Cinder (Lava Rocks) to your cart for premium bottom drainage.
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