How to cultivate succulent plants
About the explanation of how to cultivate succulent plants and the cultivation techniques and maintenance methods of succulents in the field of green plants and flowers, the following is introduced by the editor.
It is believed that most flower friends, like Huahua, have raised their first pot of flowers, which is the very lovely succulent plant. Succulents have always captured the hearts of countless flower friends with their cute appearance. However, succulent plants are not as easy to maintain as flower friends imagine. It is somewhat difficult for新手 flower friends to raise succulent plants well. Today, Huahua is here to share 5 small experiences of my own maintenance of succulent plants, hoping to help everyone!
1. Soil
Succulent plants prefer to grow in dry soil environments, mainly with loose and breathable sandy soil, as such soil has relatively good drainage and aeration, which is more suitable for succulent growth. Also, when you buy succulent plants from the flower market, it is best to change the potting soil in a warm weather, because the soil that comes with it is not suitable for its healthy growth.
2. Temperature
It is also very important to ensure a suitable growth temperature when maintaining succulent plants. Generally, a temperature range of 15 to 25 degrees is most suitable for their growth. As long as the temperature does not exceed 35 degrees or fall below 5 degrees, most succulent plants will not enter a dormant period and will continue to grow normally.
However, when ensuring a suitable temperature, it is also necessary to maintain a good ventilation environment when raising succulents. Otherwise, they will become very listless when growing in a stuffy and hot environment, affecting their ornamental value.
3. Water
Succulent leaves are relatively thick and have a certain water storage capacity, so the requirement for water is not high. Generally, in spring and autumn, watering can be relatively frequent, once a week, about once every two weeks in summer, and once a month in winter. Flower friends should also summarize the experience of watering according to the actual situation of their own succulents. Signs of dehydration include wilted or soft leaves, and watering thoroughly in time can help them recover slowly.
How to cultivate succulent plants
4. Sunlight
Succulent plants also have certain requirements for sunlight. They prefer sunny weather. If flower friends can ensure that they receive more than 8 hours of sufficient sunlight every day, the succulents at home will grow very beautifully. Therefore, placing them on a south-facing balcony or windowsill for maintenance in spring, autumn, and winter is fine.
However, appropriate shading is needed in summer, as too much sunlight can burn their leaves, preventing the succulents from growing healthily, or even endangering their lives.
5. Regularly changing potting soil
For the pots used to raise succulent plants, we can choose some small and delicate but breathable pots, like ceramic or tile pots. Flower friends with conditions can also use purple sand pots, which have better breathability and ornamental value.
In addition, although the growth rate of succulents is relatively slow, flower friends should also change the potting soil every 1-2 years. Over time, the soil will become compacted and nutrient-poor, which is not conducive to the growth of succulents. Therefore, if the succulents at home have not been repotted for a long time, it's best to change them in the spring!
The above is the specific content of how to cultivate succulent plants, cultivation techniques, and maintenance methods of succulents. If it can help you, remember to visit the Green Plant Enthusiast website often!