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title: "Hi! Just checked out the roots on this lady valentine plant I got a…"
description: "Hi! Just checked out the roots on this lady valentine plant I got a few months ago and while they look beautiful, I’m worried they might be a bit root bound. I…"
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author: "Jessie"
published: "2024-05-22T21:26:07.648575Z"
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# Hi! Just checked out the roots on this lady valentine plant I got a…

_Posted by Jessie on 2024-05-22_

Hi! Just checked out the roots on this lady valentine plant I got a few months ago and while they look beautiful, I’m worried they might be a bit root bound. I read that these plants like being root bound but I’m not sure how much is too much. Should I pot them a size or too up? Should I trim roots?

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## 2 comments

### Jessie commented on 2024-05-22

Also — what type of soil to repot in? Can I just use miracle grow indoor potting mix?

#### akeeca replied on 2024-05-22

not sure about the roots but i would advise against miracle grow! it’s kind of like plant steroids — it makes them look great now but isn’t great for their health in the long run. if you can track down a different potting soil, especially an organic one, i would recommend you make the change! i use dr. earth myself but i’m not sure where you’re located or what you have access to

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