I have been struggling to decide if I should repot my calathea. I was giving this as a gift for Christmas and I’ve had no major issues so far but I noticed it appears as if the roots are continuing to grow out of the bottom of the soil. Would it be best to place in a larger pot?
by el_serious_goose
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Just in a slightly bigger pot
Yes, you can pot up to 6″ (assuming it’s currently in 4 inch). I wouldn’t say it’s an emergency or anything, but you will probably see better growth after you do. Use high-quality, fast-draining soil and just slip pot it without disturbing the root ball. Make sure your new pot has drainage or use a nursery pot inside a decorative pot.