transferring clones with long roots to soil

[guero]

What should be done if the roots get quite long (6"-9") during cloning before being transferred to soil. The clones are in starter plugs and are being transferred to 4" pots with a soil mix. Do I just leave the roots long and lay them into soil or is it a good idea to trim them back? Thanks.

guero Reviewed by guero on 11-07-2011. transferring clones with long roots to soil What should be done if the roots get quite long (6"-9") during cloning before being transferred to soil. The clones are in starter plugs and are being transferred to 4" pots with a soil mix. Do I just leave the roots long and lay them into soil or is it a good idea to trim them back? Thanks. Rating: 5

[DogtowN]

What should be done if the roots get quite long (6"-9") during cloning before being transferred to soil. Do I just leave the roots long and lay them into soil or is it a good idea to trim them back? Thanks.

No need to trim, the more the merrier! :thumbsup: I've had them get way too long in a cloner, never an issue leaving them long. Just be gentle when packing the pot.

[ToKAlot]

Never trim or cut or damage any of your roots it will cause stress and the plant will grow slower for awhile till it recovers!