Q. I have a 12-year-old rubber plant outside in a protected spot. It is gorgeous but needs repotting. Much to my chagrin, the root has grown out the bottom of the pot, snaked into a flower bed, and is ...

Q: I recently received the rubber plant in the photo and am unsure how to care for it. The six-inch diameter pot seems small and the plant is losing some bottom leaves. It's in a bright room with ...

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 ...

You must repot a houseplant when it has outgrown its container or it needs new soil for more nutrients. Be gentle when repotting especially when loosening the roots or trimming them to make sure your ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Whether you're a new plant parent or an experienced one, houseplants need to be repotted every so ...