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Sep 26, 2019 3:26 PM CST
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Name: Pamela Gregory
Md (Zone 6b)
Gardening A Perfect antidepressant
I rooted a Angel Wing begonia in water in a glass vase with a little rooting hormones to start with.. It's rooted pretty nicely and now I'm wondering if this is a good time to plant in soil.
I realize this isnt the ideal time to do any of this. Hence the rooting hormones. Typically I wouldn't have used it if it was spring / summer mouths. I just happened to get this from a friend a few weeks ago and Iv wanted it for a long time so I went for it.
So all has went perfectly. It rooted well I'd say and has grown 2 new leaves and they are fully opened and they are BEAUTIFUL and a 3rd leaf is growing quickly!!
A few days ago I removed the original leaves I started with as I felt those large leaves were a lot on the plant and the new leaves had completely grown out.
I'm just uncertain how long the roots should be to plant in soil now . Also if anyone has grown these plants .. is the plant typically grow well in doors? Anyone have any tips for what type of soil the plant may prefer or what's the best sun morning?? or afternoon & evening sun
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I'd really just like some advice because Im nervous I guess because I have 1 shot to get it right.

I'm addiing a few pics ..
Thanks everyone for your help!!!


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Sep 26, 2019 3:54 PM CST
Name: Will Creed
NYC
Prof. plant consultant & educator
I think the new roots are just barely large enough to be potted up now, but I would wait until they are a bit longer. Your choice.

The key will be using the right sized pot, the right potting mix, and your ability to water it just right.

Use a three-inch pot filled with a soilless, peat or coir based potting mix with added perlite mixed throughout. Water it thoroughly after repotting and then move it to a sunny indoor window. Water it again when the surface of the soil feels almost dry. The key is to keep the soil damp but never wet for very long. Don't be in a hurry to move it up to a larger pot.

It is a bit of a delicate process so don't get discouraged if you don't get it just right. Do your best.
Will Creed
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