Should I use a large or small pot for my jade plant?

Should I use a large or small pot for my jade plant?

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, which depends on the size of the plant. If the pot is too small, it will appear top-heavy and will not be conducive to the growth of the plant.

Growth environment: The most suitable growth temperature for jade plant is 20-30℃. It likes warm and dry environment. We must adhere to the principle of not watering unless the environment is dry. It is sufficient to apply fertilizer once every half a month during the growing period.

Repotting time: Jade plant needs to be repotted once a year. The best time to repot is in spring from March to April. The time requirement is not high, and repotting can be carried out as long as the temperature is suitable.

Should I use a deep or shallow pot for my jade plant?

Jade plant is more suitable to be grown in shallow pots because it is a fibrous root plant. If the pot is too shallow, the roots of the plant cannot absorb the nutrients accumulated at the bottom of the pot.

There are many materials of flower pots to choose from for jade plants, including clay pots, porcelain pots, and purple clay pots. These pots are breathable and very suitable for the growth of the plant.

How to repot jade tree

When repotting the jade plant, you should prepare suitable potting soil for it in advance, gently remove the jade plant from the original pot, be careful not to damage its root system, trim old and rotten roots, and tidy up the soil before replanting.