Repotting a Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea) with a Broken Pot

Choose a new pot ≤4″ wider in diameter with a large drain hole. Use very sandy mix: 2 parts potting soil : 1 part perlite : 1½ parts play sand.

Steps

1. Cut old pot off if needed.
2. Mound new mix in new pot; set plant on top; fill around.
3. Weigh pot dry, then water thoroughly, weigh again.
4. Empty drainage tray immediately (turkey baster works).
5. Next water when pot feels as light as after repotting.

Winter repotting is only justified because the pot is broken. Normally wait until April–July.