Dear succulent lovers, are you like me, in love with those succulent Tiya plants, with their jade-green and fiery-red hues? Do you want your Tiya succulents to bloom like flames and become a beautiful sight in your home? Then come with me, and let's explore the secret to making Tiya turn red!
Sunlight, the magic wand for Tiya to turn red
The Tiya succulent, also known as Green Flame, its name reflects its temperament, full of passion and vitality. To make it as red as a raging fire, sunlight is an indispensable 'magic wand'! Tiya succulents love gentle sunlight, especially in summer and autumn. Place them in direct sunlight to let them bask in it to their heart's content. But be careful, while sunlight is good, it shouldn't be too intense to avoid scorching its delicate leaves.
Water, the medium for Tiya to turn red
Water is the medium for Tiya to turn red. The main growth stages of Tiya succulents are in spring, early summer, and autumn. During these times, control the amount of watering to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. In summer, you can water appropriately in the morning and after sunset to thoroughly moisten the soil; in spring and autumn, watering before noon is sufficient; in winter, choose to water when the temperature is highest, such as at noon or after lunch.
Soil, the foundation for Tiya to turn red
Soil is the foundation for Tiya to turn red. Tiya succulents prefer dry soil, so the potted soil should be a loose, breathable, and well-draining mixture. You can mix general garden soil, river sand, and animal and plant bone powder. This kind of soil not only has good water permeability but also provides sufficient nutrients for Tiya.
Temperature, the booster for Tiya to turn redTemperature is the booster for Tiya to turn red. When the daily temperature is maintained between 15-20°C, and the temperature difference between day and night is greater than or equal to 6°C, the color of the Tiya succulent's leaves will gradually change from light green to dark green; and when the daily temperature is maintained between 5-15°C, and the temperature difference between day and night is greater than or equal to 10°C, the color of the leaves will change from dark green to bright red. Therefore, if you want your Tiya to be dazzlingly red, the temperature difference is key!
Tips: How to make your Tiya succulents turn red completely1. Proper Pruning: Regularly pruning dead and diseased leaves from Tiya succulents helps them absorb nutrients better, thus making the red color more vibrant.
2. Reasonable Fertilization: During the active growth period of Tiya succulents, you can apply a small amount of dilute liquid fertilizer or well-rotted organic manure, but avoid over-fertilizing to prevent fertilizer burn.
3. Maintain Ventilation: A well-ventilated environment helps the growth of Tiya succulents and also prevents the occurrence of pests and diseases.
4. Avoid Waterlogging: Overwatering can lead to root rot and leaf wilting in Tiya succulents, so it is important to ensure the soil has good drainage.
5. Adjust Position Timely: Adjust the position of your Tiya succulents according to the seasons to ensure they receive sufficient sunlight.
Dear succulent lovers, once you master these small tips, I believe your Tiya succulents will be as red as a raging fire and become a beautiful sight in your home! Let's work together for a bright future for our Tiya succulents!