There are a range of reasons for repotting a plant. From wanting it to grow more and realising your Taro is restricted in its container to changing the pot because it has gotten old like any other type of Houseplant you may grow for fun. Whatever your reason, the below steps should lead you in the right direction to replacing the pot of your Houseplant, a type of plant in the Araceae family of botany.
Repotting Taro from one pot to another step by step
Uncover an uncomplicated yet highly effective three-step method for repotting and fostering the growth of your Taro in this detailed tutorial.
First and foremost, prepare yourself for repotting your Taro
Prioritize planning for the repotting of your Taro by determining the right time and technique that is best. Assess the water requirements, and take note of the bloom time scheduled which happens to beLate spring to early fall (rarely flowers), along with maintaining an optimal soil pH at Acidic (5.5 to 7.0) for a successful repotting experience.
Next Up, gently extract your Taro from its original container
Free your Taro with ease by tapping the pot’s sides and carefully upturning it. This process ensures the plant’s safe removal without causing any damage.
Finally, repot your Taro into a fresh pot
If you want to boost the likelihood of a successful repotting, you should aim to select the appropriate Moist soil. Eliminate any air pockets in the new pot, and conclude your rpoetting process with a thorough watering. Also, consider expanding your collection with plants like Sword Fern to efficiently utilise any excess soil.
How to nurture your Taro
Read on for some additional information on the care of Taro.
Can Taro be called anything else?
Exploring the scientific and botanical names of Taro? Names such as Taro Colocasia or Colocasia, Alocasia, Xanthosoma, Remusatia spp. might ring a bell. These names may be associated with repotting similar plants you could have heard of like Swiss Cheese Plant.
What plant family is Taro from?
To take care of your Taro in the best way after repotting, make sure you research how to take care of Houseplant in general as your plant is from the same family. In latin, this family name is called Araceae that is toxic to pets and humans.
Is the best place to keep Taro indoors or outdoors after repotting?
Deciding on keeping a plant outside can be a risky option if you’re not sure how well your Taro will hold up in the change of climate. However, the good news is, now you have repotted it, it can always be brought back inside if you notice sub-optimal plant growth.
Take a look at the hardiness zone (8–10 (USDA)) and the plant’s original native area (Asia, Australia, Central America, South America, Africa). Then compare it to whether you think your local environment will suit your Taro or if you’re putting it at risk by keeping it outdoors.
How will you know you have successfully repot Taro?
Like all plants in the same family like Synogium Albo, a mature Taro may get to Depends on variety; on average, 3–6 feet tall, with a similar spread, but smaller in colder climates but only if you take care of it. Better yet, it may even bloom. If you get a burst of Yellowish-white blooms during the Late spring to early fall (rarely flowers) period then you’ll know you’ve done the right job with repotting.
A guide on the long term care for Taro after repotting
To repot for the best effect, consider your hardiness zone in where you live and compare it to the recommended hardiness zone of Taro which is 8–10 (USDA). Taro are native to Asia, Australia, Central America, South America, Africa. It is recommended that when considering the sun exposure for Taro, it gets Full sun to part shade exposure for it to grow best. Done right, you may expect it to grow Depends on variety; on average, 3–6 feet tall, with a similar spread, but smaller in colder climates. Consider this when choosing the size of the pot when repotting.