| The benefit to waiting for new growth and roots on catts before repotting is there's less likely to be additional stress on the plant if you wait till then. Catts are notorious for losing a lot of roots due to rot and yearly repotting after flowering is a general recommendation although 18 months is also acceptable. I've done it both ways and when repotted right after flowering, because of the amount of trimmed roots, the plant generally stresses and loses it's vigor temporarily, causing it to lose it's plumpness especially the leaves. It does regain strength but not without compromise to the overall look of plant. As well, with new growth occuring, it helps the plant anchor itself in it's new environment. |