Repotting Vigorous Cephalotus: Winter Is Fine, Sniff Test Soil

A grower's Cephalotus (6 months, 4" pot, 4→12 pitchers) is outgrowing its pot. Asks if spring repotting is necessary given sensitivity.

Repot Now (Winter)

In home settings, plants have a short winter rest — sufficient for repotting. Do it during this rest period.

If soil smells fresh, just transfer root ball to larger pot and add more soil. If funky, replace soil.

Winter repotting is fine for indoor-grown Cephalotus.

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