Repotting is essential for container gardens. Plants outgrow their pots and need new homes. Doing this task at the right time of year is vital to plant health.

DEAR JESSICA: I have had this plant for over a year, and would like to know the name of it, as well as directions on how to transplant it and continue to have the roots (if that is what they are) ...

Boston ferns (AKA sword ferns or Nephrolepis exaltata) occupy vast swathes of the world’s tropics and subtropics, thriving in the rich, moist soil, humidity and shade of jungle canopies. If you are a ...

Headed out of town and worried about your plants and roses? An expert shares when to repot, when to wait and how much care ...

Russell McLendon is a science writer with expertise in the natural environment, humans, and wildlife. He holds degrees in journalism and environmental anthropology. Knowing how to repot a plant is an ...

HuffPost may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Prices and availability subject to change. But like all good things, plants require work, patience and attention. One of the ...

Repotting is messy work. It's not something every houseplant owner wants to do. Thankfully, quite a few plants are happy to ...

Boston ferns (AKA sword ferns or Nephrolepis exaltata) occupy vast swathes of the world’s tropics and subtropics, thriving in the rich, moist soil, humidity and shade of jungle canopies. If you are a ...