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Best Soil Mix and Pot Size for Repotting a ZZ Plant

Owner asks about soil for repotting a ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) into a slightly larger pot. Expert Will Creed recommends a sandy, cactus-type potting mix. ZZ plants dislike large pots; only move up one size. Overpotting leads to root rot.

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