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Roots came outside the pot. Should I transplant it?

CaptGrow
CaptGrowstarted grow question 3 years ago
This is my OG kush fem in vegetation, with main lining. It's in a plastic 25L pot. I just noticed the roots has come outside the pot from the holes. Is it dangerous to leave it like this or I must transplant it? It still has a long way to go
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Organoman
Organomananswered grow question 3 years ago
There is no real danger, the roots that come out of the holes will "self prune" once in the light and air. However, it does indicate your plant is not far from being "root bound" as the roots are already looking for more grow space. You can leave it in its pot, but it would probably be best to switch to flowering soon, before it becomes a real problem. Transplanting would be sensible if you are keen on keeping it in veg for a while longer. Transplanting would also ensure that the plant will be able to grow much bigger, and naturally this translates into a much larger yield. A 40-50 litre pot would show much greater size and yield. A plant can only grow as big as the root system can support it. Basically, more roots = more plant. Remember too, to fill your pots right up to the top, this maximizes content of your chosen pot and provides the most room for future root growth. I am constantly dumbfounded by people who want to grow the biggest plants possible, then only filling their pots to 50-65% capacity, severely limiting growth potential. If you do transplant, give your plant 2-3 weeks at a minimum to get settled again, before any moves to a flowering cycle. I would also suggest stopping any further leaf removal, - more leaves = more energy produced = larger and faster growth. Nice job with the training though! Hope this helps,........... Organoman.
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CaptGrow
CaptGrowanswered grow question 3 years ago
organoman Thanks bro, I think I will transplant it because I can't switch it to flowering anyway. Also the yeald thing that mantioned made my mind :D also as it has enough time to recover and continue growing I think that's best to do in this case
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CaptGrow
CaptGrowanswered grow question 3 years ago
Guys, thanks a lot for the answers <3 unfortunately I can't switch it to flowering yet. There are 2 more autos in a room. This one and the other photo that I have, has to wait for 1.5-2 month probably.. what's the alternative? Maybe I'll do it delicately without damaging the roots, still problem?
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gogocrack
gogocrackanswered grow question 3 years ago
Exhausted looks very healthy, man. And after this stage, the transplant will not be good. In my opinion, this is not a problem, pour the water accumulated in the lower tray after watering. If you do not do this, you will find roots that grow into the watery area. This is normal. In short, just drain the water accumulated in the tray after waiting for a while after watering.
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