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Understanding the basic habits of succulents, choosing the right succulent varieties, preparing a suitable growing environment, watering precautions, fertilizing techniques, and pest and disease control.Succulents have become increasingly popular in the market in recent years due to their unique appearance and ease of care. For beginners, growing succulents is undoubtedly an aesthetically pleasing and relaxing choice. However, knowing how to properly care for succulents to ensure their healthy growth is a challenge many beginners face. This article will provide a detailed analysis of how beginners should care for succulents, helping you easily become a succulent care expert.
Understanding the basic habits of succulentsBefore starting to grow succulents, beginners should first understand their basic habits. Succulents are native to arid and semi-arid regions, so they have relatively high requirements for water and sunlight. Understanding these habits helps us better care for them.
Choosing the right succulent varietiesThere are many varieties of succulents on the market. Beginners should choose according to their care conditions and preferences. Here are some succulent varieties suitable for beginners:
1. Jade dew: Drought-resistant and shade-tolerant, suitable for beginners.
2. fleshy: Fast-growing, diverse in shape, and easy to propagate.
3. Jade tree: Drought-resistant and cold-tolerant, suitable for northern regions.
Preparing a suitable growing environment1. Soil: Succulents thrive in well-draining sandy soil. You can purchase specialized succulent soil or make your own.
2. Pot: Choose a ceramic or plastic pot with good breathability and a drainage hole at the bottom.
3. Light: Succulents need plenty of sunlight but avoid direct sunlight. When kept indoors, they can be placed near a window.
Watering precautions1. Control watering frequency: Succulents are not tolerant of waterlogging. Excessive watering can cause root rot. Generally, watering once a week is sufficient.
2. Watering method: Use the immersion pot method to allow the soil to absorb water fully, but be careful to avoid water overflowing the pot.
3. Watering time: Water in the morning or evening to avoid watering during high temperatures.
Fertilizing techniques1. Fertilizing frequency: Fertilize once a month.
2. Fertilizing method: Sprinkle the fertilizer evenly on the soil surface and then gently mix it into the soil with a small scoop.
3. Fertilizer type: Choose growth fertilizer suitable for succulents, such as compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer.
Pest and disease control1. Observe the plant: Regularly check the growth condition of the succulents and deal with pests and diseases promptly.
2. Clean environment: Keep the growing environment clean to prevent the breeding of pests and diseases.
3. Drug control: Use pesticides if necessary.
Raising succulents is not difficult. By mastering the above points, even beginners can easily grow beautiful succulents. I hope this article can provide some useful references for beginners, allowing you to go further on the road to raising succulents.