A handy tool for repotting your (house)plants. This wide transplanting trowel from Talen Tools features a galvanized steel blade. The blade is just under 10 centimeters wide at its widest point. The galvanized steel prevents the trowel from rusting quickly. However, it also helps if you take good care of it yourself. Clean the trowel after use and make sure to store it in a dry place. For comfortable use, a wooden handle is attached to this trowel. The handle tapers toward the trowel head, giving you a firm grip. This also allows you to apply more pressure with your fingers when the garden soil or potting mix isn’t cooperating.
Give your plants enough space in time For both houseplants and plants you have outside in flower pots, space is a key factor for healthy growth. Do the roots have too little space? This hinders the growth process. They’ll absorb less oxygen and moisture. So be sure to check regularly to make sure your plants aren’t suffering from a lack of space. Are the roots growing out of the drainage holes? Then it’s definitely time to move them to a larger planter or flower pot. The roots will continue to expand until there’s hardly any soil left. So if you notice that your flower pot is mostly filled with roots, add extra soil and space in a new, larger pot.
Repotting Your Plants A pot with drainage holes often makes the repotting process easier. Excess water can drain away, reducing the risk of root rot. If you have a choice, always opt for a flower pot with drainage holes. Before repotting, it’s a good idea to water the plant the day before. This makes the roots more pliable, making it easier to move them. Make sure the larger pot is filled with fresh potting soil. This soil provides fresh nutrients, giving your plant a boost. Remove as much of the old soil from the plant’s roots as possible. Once the plant is in the new pot, gently press down on the soil. Leave a few centimeters of soil above the rim of the pot.
Key benefits of the Talen Tools transplanting trowel • Wide galvanized steel blade • With a comfortable wooden handle • With a hanging hole
