I've been dabbling in plant care, particularly with succulents, and I've noticed a common trend. Whenever I buy plants, whether from a store or online, they seem to stall after repotting before eventually thriving again. Take my newer succulents for example: the new growth is much more vibrant than the older leaves. I've also noticed that the old growth doesn't look as healthy, especially on my moonstone. Given this experience, I'm wondering if it makes more sense to buy smaller succulents rather than larger ones. Would smaller plants cope better with repotting stress, resulting in healthier growth over time, even if they take longer to reach a larger size? Am I making sense here, or am I just overthinking it? ?
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You know, when you repot, the plants spend time growing new roots to fill the fresh soil, which is what causes that initial stall. That’s why they sometimes look a bit sad at first. They’re just reallocating their energy to strengthen themselves below the surface!
I'm not an expert either, but I've had the same experience, and I also prefer to buy smaller succulents and cacti for the same reasons. They seem to adapt better after repotting, which really helps them flourish!
Buying smaller succulents definitely has its perks! They’re usually cheaper and take up less space. However, larger plants can sometimes handle stress better, so if you're comfortable with them, they can be a good option too depending on your situation.
Sounds like I’m on the right track! Thanks for the confirmation, lol.