Name: Will Creed NYC Prof. plant consultant & educator
I believe the bark chips are just topdressing to cover the soil that the roots are actually growing in. Those bark chips can be removed. If you don't find any soil deeper in the pot, let us know. No need to repot.
Will Creed
Horticultural Help, NYC
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