Understand the key points for the maintenance of cheeky succulents and the pest control of cheeky succulents. Because of their unique appearance and easy-to-maintain characteristics, succulents have become a popular choice for home green plants in recent years. Many flower friends During the maintenance process, I found that even if I am careful, succulents sometimes have problems such as dry leaves and slow growth, which may be related to the "cheeky" characteristics of succulents. This article will reveal the secrets of maintaining cheeky succulents, so that your succulents can shine even if they are cheeky. Understand cheeky and succulent plants, as the name suggests, refer to succulent plants that grow slowly, have thicker leaves, and have strong ability to adapt to the environment. During their growth, these plants often respond to changes in the external environment. Slow response to changes, hence the name "cheeky". Common cheeky and succulent plants include Crassulaceae, Stone Lotus, etc. Key points for the maintenance of cheeky and succulent plants 1. Light cheeky and succulent plants have a high demand for light and should be placed in a sunny place. During high temperatures in summer, shade can be appropriately shaded to avoid sunburn on the leaves, and increase in winter. Light time to ensure normal growth of plants.
2. Watering cheeky and succulent plants requires relatively low water requirements. The principle of "better dry than wet" should be followed when watering. The watering frequency should be adjusted according to factors such as season, temperature and soil moisture. During the high temperature season in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately; in the low temperature season in winter, the watering frequency should be reduced.
3. Thick and succulent plants in soil are suitable for growing in soil with good drainage and strong air permeability. Soil made of peat soil, perlite, vermiculite and other materials can be used. When changing soil, attention should be paid to removing root rot, diseases and insect pests.
4. Fertilization, cheeky and succulent plants have low demand for fertilizer. Compound fertilizers can be applied once a month during the growth period. When fertilizing, the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently" should be followed to avoid excessive fertilization leading to root burning.
5. The main breeding methods for breeding cheeky and succulent plants include rafting, cuttage and sowing. rafting is the most commonly used breeding method. During the breeding process, attention should be paid to selecting healthy, disease-free plants for breeding. Pest and pest control of cheeky succulents Although cheeky succulents have strong ability to resist pests and diseases, they still need to pay attention to the following points during the growth process: 1. Regularly inspect the plants and remove pests and diseases in a timely manner; 2. Maintain a good ventilated environment to reduce the incidence of pests and diseases; 3. Regularly disinfect the soil to prevent the spread of pests and diseases.
Cheek succulents attract many flower lovers with their unique charm. As long as the correct maintenance methods are mastered, even cheeky succulents can thrive. I hope the maintenance strategies in this article can help you maintain beautiful succulents. Make your home life better.