Auplina succulent cultivation methods and precautions
Compared to the experience of most people in the aspects of Auplina succulent cultivation methods and leaf plumpness maintenance, the specific details are as follows:
Auplina introduction: Auplina is a hybrid species of the genus Graptopetalum and the genus Sedum, perennial succulent herb. Auplina leaves are oblong, light blue with pink edges and backs, plump and full of moisture, covered with a thick layer of white霜. Auplina plant has a rosette shape, leaves are closely arranged, stems are strong but not easy to cluster. It grows at an average speed, prefers a sunny, dry, and warm environment, can endure drought, and is relatively cold-resistant, but dislikes humid and stuffy conditions. The optimal growth temperature is between 10-28 degrees, and it will enter dormancy in high summer temperatures.
Auplina is a very beautiful succulent variety, with plump and pink leaves, giving a fresh and shy feeling. Auplina belongs to medium to large-sized succulent varieties, with mature seedlings usually over 10 cm in size. Many people like Auplina because of its beautiful color and plump leaves, but during maintenance, there may also be issues such as withered and thin leaves, and slow growth. How to maintain Auplina to make its leaves more plump and the color more pink? Today, Chenxi will share some knowledge about Auplina maintenance based on personal experience.
How to make Auplina leaves plump and beautiful?
Auplina naturally has a high water content in its leaves, which are plump and beautiful. However, improper maintenance can cause the plant to become loose with thin and elongated leaves.
To make Auplina leaves plump and the plant compact, you can try the following methods
① Use particle soil for control cultivation Many friends use soil similar to greenhouse soil when growing Auplina, but the greenhouse environment is different from home care. The greenhouse has north-south orientation, gathers heat and light, has long daylight hours, and can be exposed to the sun from sunrise to sunset. Therefore, any type of soil will dry quickly after watering. Many people have noticed that even using garden soil in the greenhouse will look better than using particle soil at home. For home care, especially in areas with free shipping or indoor balcony care, the soil needs to have an appropriate amount of particles added. Increasing the particle ratio can improve soil aeration, help roots breathe and grow better, and speed up the evaporation of water in the soil. The faster the water dries, the plumper the leaves, because if the roots are constantly moist, they will continuously supply water to the leaves, causing the leaves to keep growing, produce more chlorophyll, and the leaves will turn green and elongate, while the plant size will increase but not become round and plump.
Soil mixing suggestion (for reference only): Greenhouse planting of Auplina usually uses a simple mixture of peat, coarse sand, vermiculite, and mixed particle soil. The peat proportion accounts for about 5 parts. For a pot of Auplina brought home, Chenxi used soil with a particle ratio as high as 7 parts to prevent black rot, keep the soil dry, and help Auplina maintain a compact and plump shape.
② Sufficient sunlight To make Auplina leaves beautiful, it must have sufficient sunshine and long daylight hours. Because ultraviolet radiation in sunlight can help Auplina maintain a compact shape and short, plump leaf state. If the daylight hours are too short or the light is too weak, Auplina will show signs of stretching, with leaves becoming thin and long, and relatively weak, stems thinning, and the plant becoming loose. For example, succulents cared for on balconies usually do not perform as well as those grown outdoors or in greenhouses because glass can block about 70% of ultraviolet radiation, making the light radiation relatively weak.
Auplina succulent cultivation methods and precautions
③ Control watering Auplina leaves are plump and contain a lot of water, so there is no need to water frequently. Too much water can cause Auplina to overgrow, with leaves not only fading but also becoming long and flat. This may be different from what everyone understands, as most plants grow better with more watering, but succulents usually have worse conditions with more watering. Instead, proper water control can stimulate the leaves to store more water, making them short and plump. Water control is not simply cutting off water but gradually extending the watering time under the premise of healthy and vigorous roots, allowing the leaves to gradually increase their water storage capacity and become fat and round.
④ Appropriate nutrient supplementation Although Auplina grows at an average speed, it requires a lot of nutrients due to its large size. If the soil used is reasonable and fertile, there is no need for additional fertilization, only regular potting. However, if the soil is average and has been used for a long time, the nutrients in the soil will be lost more. Auplina lacking nutrients will also show slow growth and thin leaves. Therefore, Chenxi's suggestion is to either change the soil regularly or add a few slow-release fertilizers to the soil to supplement nutrients.
Precautions for daily maintenance of Auplina
During the maintenance of Auplina, it is necessary to protect the white powder on the surface of the leaves. Because plants with white powder are more resistant to sunlight, this layer of white powder can prevent sunburn, frostbite, and insects. It plays a significant protective role for succulent plants! Try not to touch the leaves with your hands to avoid wiping off the white powder on the leaf surface. It is necessary to prune the roots before planting! Succulent plants that have been bare-rooted and shipped need to have the fine roots pruned before being repotted, as fine roots exposed to the air for 1-2 hours will dry up and die. Even if they are not pruned, they will not be of any use and may even affect the growth of new fine roots. The cleaner the fine roots are pruned, the faster the root growth will be, and more roots will grow. Daily watering should be on the dry side rather than the wet side. Less water will affect growth speed but not the plant's condition, and it will not stretch. Excessive watering can cause the plant to stretch and is more prone to root rot and black rot, especially in summer.
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