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Planting Depth on cast iron plant

cast iron plant with planting depth

What's Happening

Planted too deep - crown/rhizomes buried under soil

How to Fix It

  1. 1

    Check planting depth - crown should sit at or slightly above soil level

  2. 2

    Look for corm-like base where new leaves emerge

  3. 3

    If buried too deep: gently remove excess soil from top

  4. 4

    Repot at correct depth if severe

How to Prevent It

Plant with crown visible at soil surface; do not bury too deep when repotting

Related Problems

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes planting depth on my plant?
Planted too deep - crown/rhizomes buried under soil
How do I fix planting depth?
Check planting depth - crown should sit at or slightly above soil level. Look for corm-like base where new leaves emerge.
How do I prevent planting depth from happening again?
Plant with crown visible at soil surface; do not bury too deep when repotting