repot

American  

[ree-pot] / riˈpɒt /

verb (used with object)

repotted, repotting

1. to transfer (a plant) to another, especially larger, pot.

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verb (used without object)

repotted, repotting

1. to transfer a plant to another pot.

repot British  

/ riːˈpɒt /

verb

1. (tr) to put (a house plant) into a new usually larger pot

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Etymology

Origin of repot

First recorded in 1835–45; re- + pot ¹

Example Sentences

Then Lawson told us to remove our plants from the flimsy plastic pots they came in, so we could repot and place them into larger pots that were more sturdy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2024

Dr Mike McKean, of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, said the repot provided "alarming evidence".

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2024

You can start your herbs as seeds, or purchase small plants and repot them in progressively larger pots as they grow.

From Washington Times • Jun. 8, 2023

Spring, when your houseplants are actively growing, is the best time to repot.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 9, 2022

When the seedlings are large enough to repot, they should be potted singly in 2-or 3-inch pots.

From Manual of Gardening (Second Edition) by Bailey, L. H. (Liberty Hyde)