I'm a newbie succulent parent and I've recently overwatered my Echeveria elegans. It's planted in supposedly well-draining soil, but the moisture readings haven't changed in over a week! The leaves still look and feel healthy, which has me worried about root rot. I repotted it about three weeks ago. Is it better to repot again or should I just hang tight and wait it out?
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You can definitely repot it without harming the plant. Just hold off on watering for about a week after you repot. A little fan pointed at the pot can help the soil dry out quicker too! ?
Don’t trust moisture meters too much; they can be really inaccurate. Instead, let the plant tell you when it needs water – look for wrinkles in the leaves. If your soil is still damp after three weeks, it may not be as well-draining as you think. Adding inorganic materials like perlite or pumice can help. Honestly, I’ve repotted my succulents multiple times even in a single day for various reasons, and they bounce back just fine! Repotting now is probably your best bet to keep it healthy.
If your soil's still wet after a week, it might be too organic. You can repot again and just wait until the leaves start to look thirsty before watering. Your succulent will show you when it needs water!
Thank you for the tips! ?