I recently got a really unique pot from a local market and I'm excited to finally get my hands on a succulent! I've done my homework on things like lighting and soil, but I'm curious about whether an Echeveria can live happily in a pot that's just a bit over 3 inches. I plan to keep this one plant as my only succulent, so I'd rather not have to move it out of the pot later if I don't have to. If I buy a small Echeveria, will it adapt to the space, or will it outgrow the pot pretty quickly? I just want to make sure I'm choosing a plant that can thrive in this cool pot without needing to be replanted soon.
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Yeah, your Echeveria should be okay in that pot for a while! Just remember that it might not be a permanent home. Eventually, it’ll get rootbound and need some extra room. If the pot has good drainage (like you mentioned it does), that's a plus! You can always trim the roots when it gets too big, but the overall look can get a bit silly in a tiny pot as it grows. Also, watering it less helps keep it smaller, if that’s your goal!
From my experience, Echeverias do grow, and while they'd fit in that pot for a while, it won’t be forever. If it starts looking cramped, that's an indication it’s time to move it. But don’t rush into replanting just yet—enjoy the process and see how well it does in your awesome pot first!
Echeverias can definitely live in a smaller pot for a while, but they won't stay there forever. They do like a snug fit, which is great for your small pot, but as the plant grows, its roots will eventually fill the space. Just keep an eye on it because once the roots get too cramped, it’ll need a larger home. So, while it might be fine for a long time, at some point, you’ll probably have to repot it into something bigger if you want it to thrive!
If you want to keep it in the small pot for as long as possible, that's totally doable! Just be cautious with watering, since less frequent watering can help keep it small and manageable. Just keep in mind that some Echeveria types can grow quite large, so it really depends on which variety you choose! But hey, sticking with one plant is a great idea—good luck!
Good to know! I’m definitely planning on keeping it on the drier side.