Does Jade Plant prefer a large or small pot? Is it suitable for a deep or shallow pot?

Generally, when repotting a jade plant, it is best to choose coarse pottery, terracotta pots, unglazed pots, etc. with good drainage and air permeability , so that the jade plant can grow better after repotting.

Jade tree flower pot selection

The jade plant is relatively large in size, with thick branches and trunks, making it suitable as a bonsai plant. It needs to be planted in a large pot , depending on the size of the plant.

If the flowerpot is too small, it will appear top-heavy, which is not conducive to the growth of the plant. Jade plant should be maintained in a relatively shallow flowerpot , but it cannot be too shallow, otherwise the roots of the plant will not be able to absorb the nutrients accumulated at the bottom of the pot.

Jade tree repotting time

The best time to repot a jade plant is around March or April every spring. The climate is mild and the temperature is stable and suitable during this season. The jade plant can easily resume growth after repotting, and the survival rate is relatively high.

How to repot a jade plant

Before repotting and changing the soil for the jade tree, you must prepare the soil well to ensure that it is loose and breathable. Do not use heavy and compacted soil. Mix organic fertilizer or leaf humus into the newly prepared soil, and it must be exposed to the sun and disinfected before it is prepared.

Then trim the roots of the jade plant appropriately, apply fungicide on the wounds, straighten the plant and place it in a pot, water it thoroughly, and place it in a cool place to grow.