The answer is… it depends. You can definitely plant succulents very close together and they will be just fine. When planting succulents close together they grow more slowly so they maintain the original design of the arrangement better. It can be trickier to water them when they are close together.
Secondly, how big should pots be for succulents?
Determining the pot size for your succulents’ healthy growth seems quite difficult. However, many professional gardeners recommend a container that is 10% larger in diameter than the width of your succulent. For instance, if your chubby green has a width of 4-inches, a pot with 4.5-inch diameter will be ideal for it.
Hereof, do succulents need deep or shallow pots?
Avoid pots that are too tall or deep because of the amount of soil they contain. … You want enough room for the taproot to grow, but not so much room that the soil won’t dry out. Succulents and cacti generally prefer shallower containers, which dry out more quickly, resulting in healthier and happier plants.
