Hey everyone! I'm pretty new to taking care of plants, and I got these lovely succulents about two months ago from Lowe's. I've noticed that one of the roots is starting to come out of the pot, so I'm wondering if they need to be re-potted? Should I keep them together in the same pot or separate them? Also, I'm curious about their light requirements since they're currently sitting on my bookcase with only filtered light. The room has plenty of windows, but they don't get direct sunlight; is that okay? If I do need to re-pot them, what type of soil should I use, and how big of a pot do they need? I'm located in Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia, so any care tips from fellow plant parents would be super appreciated. Thanks a ton!
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Hey there! Welcome to the plant parent club! It sounds like your succulents could definitely benefit from some re-potting since the roots are pushing out. It’s usually best to separate them if they’re crowding each other in the pot. As for lighting, filtered light is okay, but if you can move them to a spot with indirect sunlight, like a south or southwest-facing window, that would be even better! Make sure to use a well-draining soil mix designed for succulents or cacti, and go for a pot that's slightly larger than the current one to give them room to grow. Good luck!
Nice to see you getting into succulents! I’d recommend checking them every few weeks after re-potting to see how they’re adjusting. It’s all about finding the right balance with light and water, so keep an eye on the leaves—if they start to look wrinkly, they might need more water! And remember, a little neglect is fine—most succulents thrive on being slightly underwatered rather than overwatered. Happy gardening!
Thanks for the tips! I'll definitely keep an eye on them and try to find that sweet spot with watering.
Totally agree! Just watch how they respond to the light. If they stretch towards the light, they might still need more! Also, make sure the new pot has drainage holes.