Understand the growth habits of succulents, choose the right soil, sufficient light, reasonable watering, appropriate fertilization, pruning and shaping to prevent pests and diseases, succulents have been deeply loved by plant lovers in recent years due to their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. It is not easy to make succulents grow fast and strong. This article will reveal the growth code of succulents and help you master the methods to make succulents grow healthily. Understand the growth habits of succulent plants. Succulent plants originate in arid and semi-arid areas and have special requirements for moisture and light. Understanding the growth habits of succulent plants is the first step in maintaining them. Succulent plants like sufficient sunshine and ventilation. Good environment, while the soil needs to have good drainage properties. Choosing suitable soil succulent plants places high requirements on the soil. Sandy soil with good air permeability and good drainage should be selected. There are many soils on the market specially designed for succulent plants, such as succulent soil, coconut bran soil, etc., when planting succulent plants, peatsoil and sand can be mixed in a ratio of 1:1 to increase the breathability and drainage of the soil. Adequate light Succulent plants grow rapidly under sufficient light, but excessive exposure will cause sunburn on the leaves. During the maintenance process, the lighting time should be adjusted according to the type and growth stage of succulent plants. Succulent plants need at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight every day. Reasonable watering of succulent plants requires low water requirements. Excessive watering may easily lead to root rot. When watering, the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" should be followed, that is, watering should be carried out after the soil surface is dry. During watering, avoid splashing water on the leaves to avoid causing them to rot. Appropriate fertilization of succulent plants requires appropriate amount of fertilizer supplements during the growing season. Liquid fertilizer or granular fertilizer can be used once a month. When fertilizing, the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently" should be followed to avoid excessive fertilization causing fertilizer damage. Trim and shape succulent plants During the growth process, the withered leaves and long branches should be trimmed in time to maintain the appearance of the plant type. Appropriate shape can promote the growth of succulent plants and make them more robust. Prevent pests and diseases from being susceptible to pests and diseases during the growth process. Inspect the plants regularly. When pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures should be taken to prevent and control them. Common pests and diseases include scale insects, whiteflies, powdery mildew, etc.
The growth of succulents is not achieved overnight and requires our careful care. By understanding the growth habits of succulents, selecting suitable soil, providing sufficient light, reasonable watering, proper fertilization, pruning and preventing pests and diseases, we can make succulents grow fast and strong. I hope this article can provide you with useful reference and wish you success in maintaining succulents!
Note: This article refers to the relevant contents of the "Handbook for the Conservation of Succulent Plants" and quotes the views of plant conservation experts.