I am a new pothos owner. I just repotted this guy out of its nursery pot and into this one. I watered it today. Why is it all sad and droopy? I just need a little help or some tips to help the plant thrive. I used a mix of orchid bark and soil with perlite in it as well as draining rocks on the bottom. There is a drain hole in the pot. (lol the paper plate is temporary until I buy a saucer)
by Ok_Organization_5324
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It might just be shock
Likely transplant shock is one reason for the droopiness. One thing to consider is that it is not advised to put rocks at the bottom of the pot. That will actually do the opposite of what you want (see pic). Check the soil with a meter or a chopstick. If the soil is wet, just give the plant time to recover. Give the plant light and humidity. You might want to consider wrapping it with a large clear plastic bag to help with humidity.
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Mine was in shock for a couple of weeks after I repotted and separated it. It was root bound and it was time to do it, but the leaves wilted. Be patient with it and water it when it needs it, but it’ll bounce back.