Do I need to wash the roots of newly bought succulents?

1. Is it necessary to wash the roots?

It is not necessary to wash the roots of succulents when you just buy them. Some of them can be planted as they are and will still grow well, so whether or not to wash the roots depends on personal choice. However, if you don't wash the roots, it will leave danger later, because there may be some insect eggs in the soil, and you don't know when insect pests may appear, so it is recommended that you wash the roots and trim the roots after washing.

2. Methods of root washing

First, fill a basin with water, then hold the succulent with your hands, place the roots in the water, and gently shake them in the water. The shaking frequency does not need to be too fast, and the movements should be as gentle as possible to avoid accidentally damaging the root system. Continue washing the roots until you can see the white main root.

3. Root pruning afterwards

If you plant them directly after cleaning, new roots may not grow. Therefore, it is best to cut off the dead roots and old roots next to the root system, which will be conducive to the growth of new roots and also conducive to later growth.