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Repotting herbs

fizzybusy1705963fizzybusy1705963 Posts: 3
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Hi All,

I planted some herbs (chives, mint, thyme, sage) into the soil 2 years ago. They are doing well; however, they are taking too much space. I would like to plant them into nice pots to keep them outside.

Any tips when would be the best time to do it? When should I prune the herbs (after repotting or before), as I haven’t done it since late summer? Thanks for help. 🌳

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  • CeresCeres Posts: 2,698
    Hi and welcome to the forum.
    I'd wait until the weather warms up a bit so that the plants have a decent chance to start making new roots as soon as they are in their new home. If you move them now, the weather is too cold for the plants to start growing immediately. Prune them as soon as they are moved to the pots that way the roots (which will doubtless have ungone some damage) won't have to support too much leafy growth. It will also ensure that the plants bush out nicely.
  • fizzybusy1705963fizzybusy1705963 Posts: 3
    Thank you for your helpful piece of advice! Much appreciated as I am new to gardening and really excited to be part of the community. 🌿
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