Philodendron pot too small
Quick answer
If your Philodendron is in a pot too small, the most likely cause is: When roots fill the pot completely, the plant becomes rootbound. Roots circle the pot bottom, grow through drainage holes, or form a dense mat. Growth slows as roots have no room to expand and soil nutrients deplete faster.
Start here:
- 1. Check if roots growing through drainage holes or circling pot
- 2. Water runs straight through pot without soaking in
Why Philodendron is pot too small
Philodendron spp.
When roots fill the pot completely, the plant becomes rootbound. Roots circle the pot bottom, grow through drainage holes, or form a dense mat. Growth slows as roots have no room to expand and soil nutrients deplete faster.
How to help Philodendron that is pot too small
- 1
Check if roots growing through drainage holes or circling pot
- 2
Water runs straight through pot without soaking in
- 3
Repot into container 1-2 inches larger in diameter
- 4
Use fresh well-draining aroid mix when repotting
- 5
Gently loosen root ball before repotting if circling
- 6
Water thoroughly after repotting and allow to drain
Keep this Philodendron from ending up pot too small again
Repot annually or when roots fill pot; choose pot size appropriate for root ball with room for growth; refresh soil with annual top-dressing if not repotting
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