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Dalton Gallagher

Finally switched Ever to hydroponic after months of constant root rot. This is my first time switching a plant from soil to water, so any pointers are greatly appreciated.

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  1. Phil

    Remove as much soil as possible. Current roots are not conducive to water only, so the water level should stay below the root system. After a couple weeks if you see new roots, then you can increase the water level.

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    • Dalton Gallagher

      By soil do you mean water?

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  2. Molly

    Can you provide some more info? What type of semi hydro is " Ever" potted up in? Correct me if I'm wrong, but is that water level all the way to the top? Have you cleaned the roots of any remaining soil?

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    • Dalton Gallagher

      I rinsed off the roots completely. Spritzed them with hydrogen peroxide. Since taking the picture I have removed some water because of what Phil said Also, the substrate is just rocks. I wanna get some leca eventually. I figured this was better for the time being

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  3. Molly

    Thanks for the info. Glad you removed some water. I do agree with Phil, keep the level low, until the plant develops water roots. My concern with these rocks would be that they can get get heavy and may damage the roots once you repot into leca. Leca is lightweight expanded clay and provides excellent aeration vs rocks which I would think may suffocate the roots. You may be better off just putting it in a vase or whatever container you have with just water and let it develop water roots until you are able to get some leca. I did that with my dieffenbachia prior to potting it up. It can stay in water for quite a while and if you use a clear container you can easily monitor the roots. I'm no expert,but I've had my share of mishaps, that's how we learn. I wish you best of luck! 🙂

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    • Dalton Gallagher

      If I do just water, no rocks, how full should I fill it?

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  4. Phil

    I think the rocks are not good. You need the leca. Plus the leca needs to soak in water for at least 24 hours. 48 would be better. The rocks won’t work because they probably won’t hold enough water for the plant. Leca retains moisture. At this point if you reduced the water level, the plant may not be getting enough. I’d suggest putting the water back until you get leca. Or perlite if it will be a while. In meantime look up “transferring plants to leca” on YouTube.

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  5. Molly

    I would cover it about 2" above the existing roots. Change the water weekly and keep out of direct sunlight. I also recommend checking out the Leca Queen on you tube. Very informative.

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