To know your plant needs a new home, look for the following signs.
Your plant has roots growing outside of the pot, or around the bottom.
The plant might be top-heavy or have roots pushing it out of its pot.

Your plant may dry up quicker or grow slower year-round.
There might also be minerals or salt build-up in the soil.
Size the planters up gradually.

2-3 inches in diameter for table-top plants, 4 inches for floor plants.
Dont oversize, it can lead to root rot.
Directions:
Step One
Pick up your pot, and turn it sideways.

double-check you have a good, but soft hold of the leaves of the plant.
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Step Two
Massage the roots of the plant if it is in a garden planter.
This will help loosen the roots grip on the pot.
After youve given the pot a good massage, gently venture to take the pot away from the soil.
verify the plant isnt too deep into the pot.