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Plants Declining After Move: Light Change, Not Repotting

Sheila moved 6 months ago to brighter house. Plants did well at first, now all dying. Didn't repot in spring; asks if too late.

Repotting: Anytime, But Rarely Needed

  • Indoor plants can be repotted any season.
  • Only when extremely potbound.
  • Unnecessary repotting = #1 cause of plant failure.
  • Repotting doesn't fix light/water issues.

Real Culprit: Light Change

  • Existing leaves adapted to old light; brighter light → fade/bleach/sicken.
  • Symptoms often appear months later.
  • Brighter light → more water use. If watering unchanged → excessive dryness.

Adjust watering for new light levels; don't repoot.

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