Q. I have a plumeria that I purchased in Hawaii in June 2002. It was a 6-inch stem that I planted and babied, and I was stunned to find it blooming in June of this year. It is now 12 inches tall and ...

Q: My plumeria is root-bound in a 13-inch diameter pot. Should I repot it now or wait for dormancy? Or does it like being root bound? — C.W., Houston A: Plumerias are best with ample root room. The ...

Potted plants will provide critical signs that it's time to upgrade their space and repot them. If you ignore these signs, your plants can become unhealthy and have trouble surviv ...

During the winter months, most houseplants naturally slow their growth. Shorter days and cooler temperatures signal to plants ...

Russell McLendon is a science writer with expertise in the natural environment, humans, and wildlife. He holds degrees in journalism and environmental anthropology. Knowing how to repot a plant is an ...

Most houseplants need to be repotted once every year or two. There are obvious signs when it's time to repot, like roots growing out of the bottom of the pot. Choose a pot that's 1 to 2 inches larger ...

The best time to repot a houseplant is in spring, when its root system is actively growing and can quickly establish itself in its new home. But a fall repotting could be warranted if a plant has ...

The best time to repot a houseplant is in spring, when its root system is actively growing and can quickly establish itself in its new home. But a fall repotting could be warranted if a plant has ...