When to Repot New Houseplants: The 3-Day Rule

New plants from the store (dracaena in 6", peace lilies in 4", palm in 4") should NOT be repotted immediately. Unnecessary repotting is the #1 cause of plant failure.

When to Repot

Wait 1–2 months for acclimation. Then, only repot if the plant needs thorough watering more often than every 3 days. If it goes 3+ days between waterings, the current pot is fine.

Why Wait?

• New roots need to establish in existing soil.
• Larger pots hold excess water, causing root rot.
• Plants prefer being slightly potbound.

Read more on repotting hazards at HorticulturalHelp.com blog.