You've just brought your purple succulent home, are you a bit flustered and not sure how to water it? Don't worry, let me give you some tips to help your little friend grow happily!
Your purple succulent has just been planted, how should you water it?
1. Wait a bit, let it adapt to its new home
A newly planted purple succulent, like you moving into a new home, needs some time to adjust. So, don't rush to water it. Give it 3 to 5 days to slowly adapt to the new environment. During this time, you can observe the soil. If you find that the soil is dry, you can give it a little moisture on the 3rd or 5th day.
2. In spring, autumn, and winter, noon is the best time
The purple succulent loves the sun, warmth, and sunlight. In spring, autumn, and winter, the sun is just right and the temperature is pleasant around noon, making it easier for it to absorb water at this time. However, be careful to water slowly from the edge of the pot, not directly onto the heart of the plant, as this can easily cause rot.
3. When summer comes, evening is the best choiceIn the summer, the sun is scorching, and watering at noon can easily scorch the roots of the purple succulent. Therefore, evening is the best choice in the summer. At this time, the temperature is relatively cool, and the purple succulent can absorb water more easily.
Watering the Purple Succulent: These Details to Pay Attention To1. Only water when the soil is dry, and water thoroughly when you doThe purple succulent likes a moist environment but does not like waterlogging. Therefore, when watering, you must always check the soil's moisture level. Water it only if the soil is dry. Moreover, water thoroughly until you see water flowing out from the bottom of the pot.
2. Choose the right water sourceTap water, well water, and river water can all be used to water the purple succulent, but it's best to use treated water. For example, tap water can be left to stand for a day to allow the chlorine to evaporate; well water can be sun-dried for three hours; and river water must be ensured to be free from pollution.
3. Avoid water accumulation to prevent root rotThe purple succulent is afraid of water accumulation, as it can easily lead to root rot. Therefore, when watering, be careful not to overwater and do not let water sit in the pot for a long time.
After Planting the Purple Succulent, Care is Also Important1. Avoid strong lightA newly planted purple succulent's roots have not yet fully adapted to the new environment, so at this time, avoid direct strong sunlight. You can place the purple succulent in a spot with indirect light to let it slowly adapt.
2. Maintain ventilationGood ventilation is very important for the growth of the purple succulent. Keep the area around the pot well-ventilated and avoid stuffy and humid conditions.
3. Fertilize appropriatelyThe purple succulent likes fertile soil but does not like concentrated fertilizer. You can fertilize it 1-2 times a month, for example, with a phosphorus-potassium compound fertilizer, but it must be diluted before use.
4. Observe regularlyRegularly observe the purple succulent to see its growth condition and promptly adjust care measures such as watering and fertilizing.
After all that, have you learned how to water your purple succulent? As long as you are attentive, your purple succulent will surely grow strong and healthy!