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title: "Does this Mum root look saveable?"
description: "Does this Mum root look saveable?"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/BDA7g8L9SUywbZsilWvneQ?language=da"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "New Plant Dad"
published: "2024-09-21T17:29:17.501471Z"
language: "en"
image: "https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/x2WP_fbUYntXyk3vE5zs7zMg8XFy5sLGCKOzvfwym-A/e78AG3vZSw2hYiEu1nW4EA.webp?size=large"
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# Does this Mum root look saveable?

_Opslået af New Plant Dad den 2024-09-21_

Does this Mum root look saveable?

![Vedhæftet fil 1 af 2](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/x2WP_fbUYntXyk3vE5zs7zMg8XFy5sLGCKOzvfwym-A/e78AG3vZSw2hYiEu1nW4EA.webp?size=large)

![Vedhæftet fil 2 af 2](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/x2WP_fbUYntXyk3vE5zs7zMg8XFy5sLGCKOzvfwym-A/VMS86391QxqbpRJoJFbd4g.webp?size=large)

## 2 kommentarer

### Mosstachio kommenterede den 2024-09-22

Doesn't hurt to try. Anything can be grown in a petri dish 😅

### B-Angie-B 2024 kommenterede den 2024-09-22

The root system in the image appears quite tangled and likely \*\*root-bound\*\*, which means the plant may be struggling to absorb nutrients and water effectively. However, the roots look mostly healthy, so it does seem \*\*saveable\*\* with a little care!

\### Here’s how you can save it:

1\. \*\*Root Pruning\*\*:  
\- Gently \*\*loosen the roots\*\* using your fingers or a small tool. If the roots are extremely compacted, you can trim away some of the outer roots with sharp scissors or pruning shears to encourage new root growth.

2\. \*\*Repotting\*\*:  
\- Repot the plant into a \*\*slightly larger pot\*\* with fresh, well-draining potting soil. Make sure the new pot has good drainage to avoid waterlogging the roots.

3\. \*\*Watering\*\*:  
\- Water thoroughly after repotting, but ensure that the pot doesn’t sit in standing water. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings.

4\. \*\*Light\*\*:  
\- Place it in a spot with \*\*bright, indirect light\*\* to help it recover. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight until it establishes itself again.

With proper care, the plant should start to recover, and new healthy growth will begin!

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