Do succulents like being root bound?

No plant ‘likes’ being root bound. Eventually the roots get less and less efficient and plant health will go on the decline. Soil should be well aerated with relatively low water retention. Speed of draining isn’t necessarily a good indicator of a good soil.

How do I know when to repot my succulents?

Your succulent looks like it’s outgrowing its pot. If you see the roots growing out of the bottom of the planter or pot repot it. Sometimes the plant looks squished within the current pot and this is another sign that you should repot your succulent plant so that it continues to grow healthy.

How do I know if my succulent is rootbound?

Water drains very quickly Another clear sign that your succulent is root bound is water will drain super fast when you water your plant.

Do succulents like big pots?

Your succulent may survive in a large pot, but such space does not encourage healthy growth. Since large pots have much room for the roots, it does not allow the succulent to fill the plant container with roots.

Do succulents like to be crowded?

As a rule, succulent plants do not mind crowding whether the plants are grouped in one container or are alone and fully filled out in the container. Transplanting a plant that has filled its container will generally allow the plant to experience a new spurt of growth.

Should I water after repotting succulents?

It is generally recommended however, that you wait at least a week after repotting to water your succulent. Be sure the soil is dry, then wet it thoroughly without drowning it. When the soil is dry, it’s time to water. If it’s still damp, leave it until it dries.

How do you transplant overgrown succulents?

How to Repot Overgrown Succulents

1. Pulling from the base of the stem, gently remove all plants from the old container.
2. Fill the new, larger pot partly with a gritty, well-draining soil like a cactus / succulent potting mix.

How often does a succulent need to be watered?

How often should I water my succulents? Succulents should be watered only when the soil has dried out completely. There is no universal watering schedule that works for every succulent in every climate. Many indoor succulent growers find that watering 14-21 days is a good frequency to keep their succulents alive.

How do you repot a succulent that is too tall?

The simple solution is to move the plant to a southern exposure. But this still leaves that leggy party. Fortunately, leggy succulent plants can be topped, removing the part that is too tall and allowing new shoots to form and develop into a more compact plant.

What kind of pots are best for succulents?

The best pots for succulents are made from terracotta or ceramic. Both of these materials are breathable, which encourages proper water drainage and air circulation. Just remember that both terracotta and ceramic are heavy, especially once you add soil and plants.