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Cucurbita pepo

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Cucurbita pepo is a cultivated plant of the genus Cucurbita. It yields varieties of winter squash and pumpkin, but the most widespread varieties belong to the subspecies Cucurbita pepo subsp. pepo, called summer squash.

FamilyCucurbitaceae
GenusCucurbita
NativeNorth America
LifespanPerennial

Repotting Guide

Repotting gives your Hibiscus more space to grow and keeps it healthy.

Best time to repot is late winter to early spring when the plant enters active growth.

Signs Your Hibiscus Needs Repotting

Roots growing out

Rootbound

Roots appear from drainage holes.

Water drains too quickly

Dry

Soil no longer retains moisture.

Slowed growth

Stalled

Leaves become smaller or sparse.

Plant becomes top heavy

Unstable

Plant tips or becomes hard to balance.

Repotting Step-by-Step

Remove the plant

Step 1

Gently slide the plant out of the old pot.

Prune roots

Step 2

Trim circling roots and loosen the root ball.

Choose a pot

Step 3

Select a pot 1-2 inches wider.

Add fresh soil

Step 4

Use a rich, well-draining mix.

Plant and water

Step 5

Place, fill, water, and keep in shade.

TipObserve your plant regularly and adjust care according to your local climate and conditions.