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title: "Hi! I just got my own plants for the first time ever! I was wondering…"
description: "Hi! I just got my own plants for the first time ever! I was wondering if I should go ahead and repot them or let them chill out for a bit. I know different…"
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author: "Asher!"
published: "2025-02-16T20:39:12.668479Z"
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# Hi! I just got my own plants for the first time ever! I was wondering…

_Posted by Asher! on 2025-02-16_

Hi! I just got my own plants for the first time ever! I was wondering if I should go ahead and repot them or let them chill out for a bit. I know different people have different opinions so maybe the pros and cons of each?

I got them from a local family owned nursery, if that changes any recommendations.

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## 4 comments

### Bebe🌵🤍 commented on 2025-02-16

I don’t repot after getting a plant for at least a year so they can adjust and not stress them out more than they are in a new environment! I’ll only do it if they’re rootbound or if the soil is too wet! I just use a cover pot to make them look nice

### Jenna commented on 2025-02-16

I wait about two weeks to let them acclimate. Make sure you treat and inspect for pests. After those two weeks, if they’re root bound I repot, if not I continue to leave alone.

### Buffy commented on 2025-02-16

Have fun! I was always guilty of repotting plants in pots that are too big. I have learned from others in the know to go up only a size or two from original pot when repotting. I have also learned not to overwater. Nice group you have there!

### BigGrac commented on 2025-02-17

Love the calatheas! Pro tip - wipe off their leaves every so often when you see them get dusty. It helps with photosynthesis. I use microfiber gloves and some water with castile soap

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