How to care for Xiongtongzi in summer
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Among the succulents, there is one that is very unique, with leaves that look like little bear paws, complete with red tips, making it very beautiful. This is a popular succulent that many people are raising, called Xiongtongzi. However, Xiongtongzi tends to have more problems in the summer compared to other succulents. The most obvious issue is the leaves falling off rapidly, and in severe cases, the top of the branches may turn black and die. If you find it difficult to care for Xiongtongzi in the summer and are worried about problems occurring during this season, you should take four precautions. This will not only help it survive the summer safely but also grow red claws. Let's talk about it today.
1. Ventilation
Good ventilation is key to raising succulents, and this also applies to Xiongtongzi. If you place Xiongtongzi in a location with poor air circulation, its leaves will turn greasy and fall off. Therefore, you must ensure good ventilation while caring for it, especially after watering. It's best to use a fan to dry the soil surface quickly, preventing any issues.
2. Sunlight
No matter which succulent you are raising at home, you must ensure it gets sunlight during the high temperatures of summer because its leaves can perform photosynthesis. Photosynthesis produces nutrients that flow back to the roots, ensuring strong root systems and preventing drying and rotting. This increases the plant's resistance. If you place Xiongtongzi in a low-light environment, it will lead to the leaves losing their red tips and becoming droopy. In severe cases, the leaves will fall off. Therefore, you should provide sunlight, but try to avoid midday sunburn. At least give it sunlight before 10 a.m., which will not sunburn the leaves but instead ensure sufficient light and thick leaves with red tips.
3. Less Watering
In summer, as temperatures gradually rise, if the minimum temperature remains above 25 degrees Celsius, the plant will enter a dormant state. At this time, you need to water less. By less watering, it doesn't mean you should not water at all. You can pinch the bottom leaves with your hand. If the leaves feel soft, it means they are severely lacking water. You can then water at night when the ventilation is good.
For example, place it in the yard, water it, and leave it outside overnight, or water it and then blow it with a fan, which can help supplement moisture. The temperature is relatively lower at night, and the roots are more active. If there is a lack of water, the roots can absorb moisture to restore the soft leaves. When the potting soil is almost dry and the leaves are firm again, it will not have issues.
4. No Fertilizing
Due to the high summer temperatures, the plant has entered a complete dormant state, so we don't need to fertilize it. Don't use any fertilizer because it won't be absorbed and may even increase the burden on the roots. Some gardeners use too much fertilizer too many times, leading to an accumulation of nutrients and even burning the seedlings. So in the summer, when it doesn't grow, you should not fertilize it. If you want to fertilize, do so during the growing season to avoid problems.
This is how to care for Xiongtongzi in the summer: ensure good ventilation, provide sunlight, water less, and do not fertilize, to ensure it can safely survive the summer. Currently, the temperature is not very high, and the minimum temperature has not reached 25 degrees Celsius, so we can still water it. Don't forget to add some fertilizer when watering, preferably a balanced fertilizer with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. This not only ensures strong roots but also keeps the plant robust, making the leaves thicker. When high temperatures arrive, you should water less and not fertilize, and it can still survive healthily without serious issues.
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