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title: "Hey everybody! I’m new to taking care of plants and this app has been…"
description: "Hey everybody! I’m new to taking care of plants and this app has been super helpful. I have a question, so I recently repotted my philodendron when I purchased…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/6WjlL_2rTSS00GnYx8UA_g/AUop3kwRPFBfpelQCMqwZV"
community: "Philodendron Parents"
author: "LeafLord"
published: "2025-04-29T00:44:16.619295Z"
language: "en"
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# Hey everybody! I’m new to taking care of plants and this app has been…

_Posted by LeafLord on 2025-04-29_

Hey everybody! I’m new to taking care of plants and this app has been super helpful. I have a question, so I recently repotted my philodendron when I purchased it because it didn’t have holes and I’ve noticed that the center of soil seems to sit lower than the rest. Im wondering if I need to add more soil or if that’s normal for these plants. I’m adding the best picture I could take in hopes that this helps give you an idea of what I’m talking about. Thank you!!!

![Attachment 1 of 1](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/MW4Pjs61GR5D2-_2fQWwnzw6JBY2oh1Gl1Tk1U45x2c/RDraHQqxQ4SklfCpKu5caw.webp?size=large)

## 4 comments

### Sapphire commented on 2025-04-29

Even if it’s not something they normally do, I wouldn’t worry about it. This doesn’t really harm the plant.

#### LeafLord replied on 2025-04-29

Thank you!

### Bb commented on 2025-04-29

This naturally happens when you water the plant from the top. Nothing to worry about at all

#### LeafLord replied on 2025-04-29

Thank you!

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