The most definite answer is supplied by removing it, roots, soil, and all to determine whether its root system is too large for the pot. The condition is called “root-bound. read more
If what you see is all soil and no roots, you should put it back. Plants tend to do poorly when they’re moved to a pot that’s too large, for some reason. If it looks like the one in the photos above, it’s time for a new home. There’s a grey area, and in grey-area situations you can decide on other criteria. read more
Balsis says that spring is the best time to swap pots because plants put out new growth during that period. But bigger doesn’t mean better when it comes to pots. Move up by only one pot size or your plant will form new roots to fill that wide-open space. “You don’t want to brag about your pot of roots,” he says. read more
The basic mechanics of potting a large jade plant are the same as planting any other large plant. Decide if you’re going to up-pot ( put into a larger pot) or repot (replace into the same pot. If you’re going to up-pot, get your new pot ready. It should be no more than the next size up from the present pot. Please make sure it has drainage holes. read more