How to Repot Your Plant
A simple guide to giving your plant more room to grow — the right way.
Wait Before You Repot
Shipping is stressful for plants — new light, new air, new home. Let your plant rest in its original pot for 1–2 weeks before repotting so it can adjust without added stress. This also keeps your 7-day plant guarantee fully valid.
No New Growth
No New Growth
If your plant hasn't pushed out new leaves in a while — even during its growing season with good light and care — it's likely run out of room to grow.
Roots Circling or Poking Out
Roots Circling or Poking Out
Check the bottom of the pot. If roots are curling around the base or peeking out of the drainage holes, they've outgrown their space.
Water Runs Straight Through
Water Runs Straight Through
If water drains out almost instantly instead of soaking in, the roots have taken over most of the soil, leaving nothing to hold water.
What You'll Need
Our Recommended Soil Mix
The right blend gives roots room to breathe, drain, and grow strong.
Coco Coir or Peat
Holds moisture without staying soggy.
Pumice
Keeps the mix airy so roots can breathe.
Bark or Perlite
Mimics natural soil texture roots love to grip onto.
How to Repot
Five simple steps to give your plant a healthy new home.
Go just 1–2 inches bigger than the current pot — not more. Too much extra soil holds too much water and can lead to root rot.
Add a light layer of your potting mix at the bottom of the new pot. Keep it loose so water can drain freely.
Squeeze the sides of the old pot to loosen the roots, then tilt and slide the plant out. Never pull on the stem — it can snap.
Tip: If roots are tightly coiled, gently loosen them with your fingers so they can spread into the new soil.
Center the plant in the new pot, keeping the soil line about half an inch below the rim. Fill in the sides with fresh mix and press down gently.
Water thoroughly until it drains out the bottom. This helps the soil settle and reconnects the roots with fresh nutrients.
After You Repot
A little patience now goes a long way for your plant's recovery.
Skip the Fertilizer
Hold off for 4–6 weeks — new roots are sensitive, and fresh soil already has what they need.
Go Easy on Light
Keep it in bright, indirect light for 7–10 days. Avoid harsh direct sun while roots recover.
Need More Help?
Got a tricky root situation or a rare plant that needs special care? Our plant care team is happy to help.
