Is Jade Plant Suitable for Deep or Shallow Pots?

Is Jade Plant Suitable for Deep or Shallow Pots?

It is generally better to care for jade plants in shallow pots, because the roots of jade plants are not very developed. The roots generally grow on the surface of the soil. If you use a pot that is too deep, the roots of the jade plants will have difficulty absorbing water and nutrients.

When planting jade plants, you can choose flower pots made of clay pots, mud pots, terracotta pots, plastic pots, porcelain pots, etc., because these flower pots generally have drainage holes, so there is no possibility of roots being suffocated.

How to repot a jade plant

1. Time to repot jade tree

Jade plant needs to be repotted after 1 or 2 years of planting. Generally, there is no strict requirement on the time for repotting. It is usually most appropriate to repot the jade plant in early spring. It can also be repotted between March and August.

2. Watering after repotting the jade tree

Jade plant needs to be watered in time after being repotted. Generally, it should be watered thoroughly at one time. Then, the seedlings can be allowed to grow for 2 days before watering again. Generally, just keep the soil moist when watering.

3. Precautions for repotting jade plants

(1) Root pruning: When repotting the jade plant, some old, weak and sick roots need to be pruned away to facilitate subsequent growth.

(2) Disinfection: The roots of jade plants must be disinfected after pruning, and then they can be planted only after the wounds have dried.

(3) Post-care: After the jade plant is repotted, the light exposure needs to be controlled. Generally, it can be placed in a semi-shaded and ventilated environment for care.