I got some little succulents about a month ago, and I've been meaning to repot them. I've got everything I need for the repotting, but it's currently their watering time, and I'm not sure what to do. Should I water them in their old pot and then wait a few days to repot, or should I go ahead and repot them now and water them right away? I've heard that it's best not to water immediately after repotting because they need some time to adjust to the new soil. The soil they're in now isn't very good, so I'm looking for advice on the best approach!
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I’d recommend watering them now and letting the soil dry out before you repot. If they’re thirsty, a good drink will help out. Just keep an eye on them afterward, and if you notice they need water, then wait a week after repotting before you give them another drink.
I think you should repot them right away! Just make sure to wait about a week before watering them again. It’s usually better to repot as soon as you get them, especially if the soil isn’t that great. Giving them that extra time before watering after repotting helps them settle in without stressing them too much.
I’m not a fan of the wait! I prefer to repot immediately and then just not water for about a week or so. The sooner you can get them into new soil, the better, especially if the old soil is poor. They'll thank you later!