How To Repot A Pothos

Pothos are one of the quintessential easy care houseplants for beginning gardeners. Because of their moderate to fast growth rate, yours will need transplanting at some point.

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Pothos aren’t fussy at all when it comes to the mix they’re planted in. I always use a good quality organic potting soil which is peat based, well nourished and drains well.

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Like all houseplants, spring & summer are the ideal times. You want to get it done at least 6 weeks before the colder weather sets in. They prefer not to be disturbed in the winter months

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For mix I use; potting soil, coco coir chips in fiber, charcoal, and compost. The charcoal, chips & compost are optional but I always have them on hand for my various & frequent potting projects.

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I generally repot my Pothos every 2-3 years. As the trails grow longer, the roots grow more extensive. I could see the roots through the drain holes of the grow pots of my 2 but they weren’t popping out yet.

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I usually go up a size – from 4 inch to 6 inch pot as an example. My Golden Pothos was in a 6 inch grow pot & it went up to an 8 inch.

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Make sure the grow pot or decorative pot you’re planting your Pothos into has at least 1 drain hole. You want the excess water to readily drain out.

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