With the continuous improvement of people's aesthetic pursuit for home decoration, succulent plants have gradually become the new favorite of indoor green plants due to their unique beauty and easy maintenance. Among many succulent varieties, White Rose succulent is loved for its pure appearance and elegant temperament. This article will unveil the care techniques of White Rose succulent, helping you to easily cultivate a beautiful blooming White Rose succulent.
Introduction to White Rose SucculentWhite Rose succulent, scientific name Echeveria ‘White Rose’, belongs to the Echeveria genus of the Crassulaceae family. Its leaves are spoon-shaped, closely arranged, resembling a blooming white lotus flower, hence the name. White Rose succulent has thick, fleshy leaves with a pure color and high ornamental value.
White Rose Succulent Care Techniques1. Light
White Rose succulent prefers ample scattered light but avoids direct sunlight. In the hot summer season, it should be shaded appropriately to prevent leaf sunburn. In winter, the lighting time can be increased to promote plant growth.
2. Watering
White Rose succulent is drought-resistant and should not be watered too much. Spring and autumn are the vigorous growth periods when the watering frequency can be increased appropriately. In the hot summer, watering should be reduced to keep the soil slightly moist. In winter, when the temperature is low, watering needs to be controlled to prevent root rot.
3. Soil
White Rose succulent is not strict with soil requirements but prefers well-ventilated and well-drained sandy soil. A mixture of peat soil, perlite, and coarse sand can be used for preparation.
4. Fertilization
during the growing period of White Rose succulent, apply a compound fertilizer once a month to promote plant growth. Fertilization can be stopped during the dormant period in winter.
5. Propagation
The main propagation methods of White Rose succulent are division and leaf insertion. Division can be done during the vigorous growth period by dividing the plant into several independent small plants. Leaf insertion involves taking mature leaves, drying the wound, and inserting them into sandy soil, keeping the soil moist until roots develop and then transplanting.
White Rose Succulent Disease and Pest ControlWhite Rose succulent has fewer diseases and pests, but under high temperature and humidity conditions, it is prone to leaf spot disease and root rot. Preventive measures are as follows:
1. Keep the plant ventilated and well-lit, avoiding too dense planting.
2. Regularly spray fungicides such as carbendazim and thiophanate-methyl.
3. Timely remove diseased plants to prevent the spread.
White Rose succulent is a highly ornamental succulent plant with relatively simple maintenance. As long as the correct care techniques are mastered, it can easily cultivate a beautiful blooming White Rose succulent. Let's welcome this beauty from nature together!