Have you ever poured love (and way too much water) into your houseplants, only to watch them turn yellow, droopy, and—sadly—lifeless? Chances are, root rot was the culprit. It’s the silent assassin of indoor gardens everywhere, sneaking in when your watering habits go just a little too heavy-handed. But don’t toss your plant babies into…
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The Root Pruning Hack That Supercharges Growth
You’ve watered, fertilized, and given your plants plenty of sunshine—yet something still feels off. Growth is slow, roots seem cramped, and your once-thriving greenery looks like it’s hit a wall. The secret, believe it or not, isn’t in the leaves or the soil mix—it’s hiding underground in the roots. Enter root pruning, the little-known hack…
4 Advantages of Pruning Plant Roots
You’ve heard of pruning branches, but what about pruning plant roots? Roots aren’t something we think about very often. Mainly because they’re buried under the earth. Out of sight. Out of mind. However, paying attention to your plant’s roots can be an essential part of raising healthy houseplants. Here’s why you might consider pruning…