With the acceleration of the pace of life, more and more people are beginning to pursue a simple and natural lifestyle. Succulents, with their unique shapes and easy-care characteristics, have become a popular choice for home planting. What are the living habits of succulents? How to create a beautiful succulent garden? This article will reveal them for you one by one.
Succulent living habits1. Strong adaptability to the environment
Succulents have a strong adaptability to the environment and can grow under various light, water, and soil conditions. In the process of maintenance, it is only necessary to make appropriate adjustments according to the characteristics of different varieties of succulents.
2. Love light, fear shade
Succulents generally prefer an environment with plenty of sunlight, which can promote their growth and flowering. However, too strong direct sunlight can cause leaf sunburn, so succulents should be avoided from being placed in direct sunlight.
3. Drought-resistant, flood-resistant
The root system of succulents is relatively shallow and does not tolerate waterlogging. When watering, it is necessary to follow the principle of "better dry than wet" and avoid long-term water accumulation that can cause root rot.
4. Short-term dormancy
Succulents grow vigorously in the growing season (spring, summer, autumn) and enter a dormant state in winter. Watering should be reduced, and the soil should be kept slightly moist.
Techniques for creating a beautiful succulent garden1. Choose the right container
Succulents do not have high requirements for containers but should choose materials with good breathability, such as purple sand, ceramics, etc. The bottom of the container should have a drainage hole to prevent water accumulation.
2. Prepare suitable soil
Succulents are suitable for growing in well-drained, breathable soil. Materials such as peat, perlite, and vermiculite can be mixed in a certain proportion.
3. Reasonable placement
When placing succulents, attention should be paid to factors such as light, water, and ventilation. Try to place sun-loving succulents in a well-lit position, and shade-loving plants should be placed in diffused light.
4. Timely watering
Water succulents based on their growth status and seasonal changes. Increase watering frequency during the vigorous growth period and reduce watering during the dormant period.
5. Fertilization
In the growing season, a compound fertilizer can be applied once a month to promote the growth of succulents. When fertilizing, avoid contact between fertilizer and leaves to prevent leaf burning.
6. Preventing pests and diseases
Succulents are prone to pest and disease invasions, such as red spiders and scale insects. Regularly inspect the plants and take timely measures when pests and diseases are found.
Succulents have become the choice of more and more people with their unique charm and easy-care characteristics. Understanding the living habits of succulents and mastering the techniques for creating a beautiful succulent garden will make our lives better. May you harvest full joy and a sense of accomplishment in the process of growing succulents.