How to Repot Philodendron Vines

Spread newspaper on a flat work surface.

Select a planting container about 2 to 4 inches larger than the current planting container. Ensure that the container has a drainage hole in the bottom to enable drainage after watering. Fill the container approximately half full of potting soil.

Loosen the philodendron vine from the current container and remove it gently. If the plant has a vertical climbing support, keep this attached to the plant as you move it. If the philodendron has extensive trailing vines, handle it carefully to avoid damaging the plant. Pull the plant from the container and place it onto the newspaper.

Examine the roots of the plant to ensure they appear healthy. If you find any sections with decay, carefully snip away these parts of the roots with the pruning shears. Loosen the roots gently with your fingers to aerate them and enable the new potting soil to contact the roots effectively.

Place the philodendron plant into the new container, situating it so the crown of the plant will be just below the rim of the container.

Add soil around the roots to fill the container to the top. Firm the soil gently with your hands.

Water the repotted philodendron thoroughly immediately after repotting. Allow the water to drain away and place the plant back in its regular growing location. Keep the soil evenly moist -- not saturated -- to help the plant acclimate to the new container.