When and how to repot jade plants

Jade plant is a common ornamental green plant. When caring for it, you must be sure to master the art of repotting. Jade plant prefers a growth temperature of 15 to 25 degrees, so spring and autumn are its peak growth seasons, and it is easiest to survive by repotting at this time. Below, the editor will introduce the time and method of repotting jade plants. Let’s take a look.

1. Time to repot jade tree

The best time to repot a jade plant is usually in spring and autumn, when the temperatures are moderate and conducive to the plant's growth and recovery. Spring is the season for plant growth. After repotting in spring, jade plant can quickly adapt to the new potting soil and grow better in the new growing season.

Repotting in autumn can allow the jade plant to adapt to the new environment before winter arrives, helping to improve its resistance to cold in winter. At the same time, repotting should be avoided during high temperatures in summer and low temperatures in winter, because the temperatures in these two seasons are not conducive to the growth of jade plants and may cause unnecessary stress to the plants.

2. Jade tree repotting method

1. Prepare the potting soil: Choose potting soil with good permeability and strong drainage that is suitable for the growth of jade plants. You can add appropriate amounts of humus or perlite and other materials to the potting soil to increase the soil's fertility and drainage.

2. Prepare a new pot: Choose a new pot that is slightly larger than the original one, and lay a layer of drainage stone or expanded clay at the bottom to facilitate drainage.

3. Take out the plant: Gently pinch the stem of the plant and take the jade plant out of the original pot, trying to keep the root system intact. If the roots are too tangled or the soil is too compacted, you can use a small shovel or bamboo stick to gently loosen the soil.

4. Clean the root system: Gently remove excess old roots and potting soil, and clean the root system to promote the growth of new roots. But be careful not to damage the taproot and healthy lateral roots.

5. Plant in a new pot: Place the jade plant in a new pot, add an appropriate amount of new potting soil, and pat it gently to ensure that the plant is firmly in the potting soil.

6. Maintenance tips: Water gently after repotting to help the new potting soil fully contact with the root system, but avoid excessive watering that causes waterlogging. In the few days after repotting, try to reduce light and maintain a suitable temperature so that the plant can quickly adapt to the new growing environment.

The above is the time and method for repotting jade plants. Normally, jade plants are repotted every two years. However, if the jade plant grows quickly or its roots are already full of the original potting soil, the time interval for repotting can be shortened. In addition, if white spots are found on the surface of the potting soil or the soil becomes loose, it also indicates that the jade plant needs to be repotted.