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Saving Over-Fertilized Pothos in Water

Full-strength Miracle-Gro burned the water-rooted Pothos roots (ammonia smell, black slime, yellowing). Water-rooted Pothos won't survive long-term—roots need air. Discard water cuttings. Start new cuttings in soil: dip in rooting hormone, plant in fresh mix. Provide true bright light (hand casts sharp shadow 12 hrs/day) or fluorescent grow lights.

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