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title: "Hi everyone! I got this 49-year old asparagus fern and it’s leaves…"
description: "Hi everyone! I got this 49-year old asparagus fern and it’s leaves were yellowing. Turns out it was rootbound in its 10 inch pot. I’m in the process of…"
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community: "Plant Recovery Room"
author: "Toni"
published: "2024-03-09T18:09:35.343471Z"
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# Hi everyone! I got this 49-year old asparagus fern and it’s leaves…

_Posted by Toni on 2024-03-09_

Hi everyone! I got this 49-year old asparagus fern and it’s leaves were yellowing. Turns out it was rootbound in its 10 inch pot. I’m in the process of repotting it and I am wondering what soil to use? My husband poured in some Miracle Gro potting mix but I’m not sure that’s suitable. Help! Thanks!!! :)

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## 1 comment

### Toni commented on 2024-03-09

Oh! Also, how much do I tickle the roots? I’m afraid to break them.

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