With the improvement of living quality, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to courtyard beautification. In the United States, courtyard succulent plants have become a popular choice for courtyard decoration due to their unique shapes and low maintenance characteristics. This article will introduce you to the varieties, care techniques, and related precautions of American courtyard succulent plants.
American courtyard succulent plant varietiesThere are many kinds of succulent plants in American courtyards. Here are some common varieties:
1. Flesh plant (Echeveria): Flesh plants are famous for their full leaves and elegant shapes, such as violet, ruby, etc.
2. Sedum (Sedum): Sedum has a rich variety, with fleshy leaves and a variety of colors, such as sapphire, gold armor, etc.
3. Purple鸭趾草 (Sempervivum): Purple鸭趾草 leaves are compact, unique in shape, cold and drought resistant, and suitable for northern courtyards.
4. Thick grass (Crassula): Thick grass has fleshy leaves and diverse shapes, such as emerald green, purple red, etc.
5. Dogtooth flower (Graptopetalum): Dogtooth flower leaves are narrow and long, with wavy edges and rich colors, such as pink, blue green, etc.
American courtyard succulent plant care techniques1. Light: Succulent plants love sunshine but need to avoid direct sunlight. In the high summer temperatures, they can be appropriately shaded.
2. Watering: Succulent plants are drought resistant, and watering should be moderate to keep the soil slightly moist. In winter, the frequency of watering can be reduced.
3. Soil: Choose a soil with good breathability and drainage, such as peat soil, perlite, etc.
4. Fertilization: During the growing season, apply a compound fertilizer once a month to promote plant growth.
5. Pruning: Trim the withered leaves in time to keep the plant clean.
6. Propagation: Succulent plants can be propagated by division, cutting, etc.
American courtyard succulent plant selection and matching1. Selection: When buying succulent plants, pay attention to the color and shape of the leaves, and choose healthy plants without diseases and insect pests.
2. Matching: In the courtyard, succulent plants can be matched with other plants, such as herbaceous plants, ground covering plants, etc., to form a rich landscape effect.
According to the "US Horticulture Market Report", in recent years, the market size of American courtyard succulent plants has been expanding year by year, and consumers' love for succulent plants is also increasing. In courtyard beautification, succulent plants have become the first choice of horticulture enthusiasts with their unique charm.
American courtyard succulent plants have a variety of varieties, simple maintenance, and are important choices for courtyard beautification and greening. By understanding their varieties, care techniques, and selection and matching, it is believed that you can create your own succulent plant world in your courtyard.