Succulent Overwatering & Overpotting: Rescue Plan

Two Common Mistakes

Overwatering: Water every 2–3 weeks only when bone dry. Small amounts.
Overpotting: 2" → 6" jump is fatal. Step up 2" at a time (2→4→6). Use cactus soil.

Move overpotted plant down to 4" pot. Both in sunniest window. Never leave water in saucers. Mimic desert: long dry spells, rare dew.

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