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title: "Hey guys! Should I repot this African violet? She is growing too long…"
description: "Hey guys! Should I repot this African violet? She is growing too long for the pot. I’m worried it’s going to break off."
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# Hey guys! Should I repot this African violet? She is growing too long…

_Gepostet von Lyn am 2025-05-09_

Hey guys!  
Should I repot this African violet? She is growing too long for the pot. I’m worried it’s going to break off.

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## 6 Kommentare

### KJM kommentierte am 2025-05-09

African violets can be a little touchy. Normally you don't repot until it's quite crowded and full but since your plant looks like it's getting leggy you should repot it deeper than it is now. You might want to do a little research. You're not supposed to bury the crown but when you're trying to eliminate that leggy stem I'm not sure exactly where the crown is. I know that's not a great deal of help but hopefully it'll give you a start.

#### Lyn antwortete am 2025-05-10

Ok I’ll take it! Thank you so much this is the only one I’ve ever had so I’m so lost on any care for them really haha so I really appreciate your help!

### Llets kommentierte am 2025-05-10

Remove all older, smaller, or damaged leaves from the bottom of the plant, leaving only the healthiest 2-3 rows of leaves.  
Use a sharp, clean knife or scissors to cut the stem just above the soil level.  
Fill a new pot with fresh African violet potting mix.  
Place the stem into the soil, ensuring the top is about an inch below the bottom row of leaves.  
Add more potting mix to fully cover the bare neck.  
Provide a humid environment, says a Reddit user, either by enclosing the plant in a plastic bag or placing it in a humidity tray.  
Place the plant in a bright location, but avoid direct sunlight.  
Water when the top inch of the potting mix feels dry.  
Monitor for new roots developing, which may take a few weeks.  
Once new roots are established, gradually acclimate the plant back to its normal environment by opening the plastic bag or removing it from the humidity tray.  
You can also look up the African Violet Society of America for more info.

#### KJM antwortete am 2025-05-10

I have never figured out how one monitors for root development without disturbing The Roots. With my draceana props I gently tug on the stem and if it resists at all I know roots are growing. With an African violet I don't think that's such a good idea. I'm thinking if it lives it has roots if it dies it doesn't have roots.

#### Lyn antwortete am 2025-05-11

Ok I’ll try that thank you so much!

#### Lyn antwortete am 2025-05-11

Thanks for the tips!

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