How to cultivate succulents
Below is an introduction to the detailed methods of cultivating succulents and some small experiences in plant cultivation, including the following related contents:
Succulent plants come in many varieties and shapes, with different leaf shapes and plant forms. Compared to other potted flowers and plants, succulents generally have smaller forms, which can be easily grown in small pots or even on a small balcony, with less strict requirements for sunlight.
Especially for the Crassula family of succulents, they are even more hardy and easy to grow. The color state of succulent plants can change throughout the four seasons. In the cooler spring and autumn with sufficient sunlight, the leaves of many succulents will change color, with some showing brighter edges or entire leaves turning into beautiful reds, making the plants more attractive and eye-catching after coloring.
Beginners in succulent cultivation do not need to choose high-end, rare, and expensive plants. It's best to choose hardy and easy-to-grow succulents. Even ordinary and inexpensive ones can be beautiful when properly cared for, growing into full pots or mature plants that are very beautiful and pleasing to the eye.
To grow succulents well, several basic things need to be done to ensure each pot is in good condition throughout the year, surviving the summer and winter smoothly, growing well, and becoming more beautiful and enjoyable. Watching them fresh and vigorous, with elegant forms really brings a good mood every day!
How to cultivate succulents
1. Good soil is very important for growing succulents
Although succulents can survive in sand, to ensure they grow more smoothly, stronger, and more beautiful, the soil is crucial. The potting soil should be loose, not sticky or compacted, and must be nutritious, well-draining, and not prone to waterlogging or compaction, with good breathability.
It should also have certain nutrients, so when preparing the soil, adding peat or decomposed leaf soil, and some sandy soil or vermiculite, perlite, or other granular soil that does not clump together and is rich in humus is recommended. This type of soil allows succulents to continue growing, becoming fatter and more beautiful.
2. Light is important for growing succulents
When the temperature is between 15 and 28 degrees Celsius, this is the most suitable temperature for the growth of succulents, and it is also when they grow fastest. At this time, you can increase sunlight, appropriately raise them outdoors, and also supplement nutrients, providing a small amount of fertilizer such as organic, slow-release, or chemical fertilizers. Always apply a small amount of fertilizer, not too much at once, and there's no need to fertilize frequently.