Repotting without making a mess of it
A short sequence that takes fifteen minutes, plus the two things people get wrong at the end.
How self-watering pots actually work
The reservoir, the wick and the indicator — and the two mistakes that stop them working.
Ceramic, plastic or concrete: what each one is good at
Weight, breathability, price and where each material makes sense — decided before you fall for a glaze.
Drainage holes, saucers and what actually happens without them
Why the hole matters more than the pot, and the two ways to use a beautiful pot that has not got one.
What size pot does my plant actually need?
One to two inches wider than the current pot — and why going much bigger is the fastest way to kill a houseplant.
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