Dear succulent lovers, have you ever encountered such a trouble: your succulents at home suddenly become wilted, as if complaining to you: "Master, I'm dying of thirst!" Don't worry, today we're going to reveal why your succulents suddenly became "waterlogged", so you can become a succulent expert!
I. Reasons why succulents become "waterlogged"
1. Overwatering
Did you know that although succulents are drought-tolerant, they aren't bottomless pits? Excessive watering will make them "overfull". Overwatering leads to root hypoxia and even rot, making the succulents appear "waterlogged".
2. Insufficient Light
Succulents love sunlight. If they stay in a dim environment for too long, they cannot perform photosynthesis properly, leading to abnormal water circulation within the plant, which results in the "waterlogged" appearance.
3. Large Temperature Difference
Succulents are sensitive to temperature. If there's a large temperature difference between indoors and outdoors, they may show signs of being "waterlogged" due to the temperature changes.
4. Poor Soil Drainage
Poor soil drainage causes water to remain in the roots for a long time, preventing the succulents from getting fresh water, thus making them appear "waterlogged".
II. How to Determine if a Succulent is "Waterlogged"
1. Observe Leaves
If the succulent's leaves become soft and lack elasticity, it's likely "waterlogged".
2. Touch Leaves
Gently touch the leaves with your hand; if they feel wet, congratulations, your succulent is "waterlogged"!
3. Check Roots
If the roots show signs of rot, it's probably due to overwatering.
III. How to Save a "Waterlogged" Succulent
1. Stop Watering
If your succulent is "waterlogged", the first thing to do is stop watering to give the roots time to recover.
2. Ventilation
Place the succulent in a well-ventilated area to allow air circulation, which helps the roots recover.
3. Proper Lighting
Place the succulent in a sunny spot to allow it to perform photosynthesis and regain vitality.
4. Change Soil
If the soil drainage is poor, replace it with new soil to improve its breathability.
IV. Tips to Prevent Succulents from Becoming "Waterlogged"
1. Control Watering Frequency
Arrange the watering frequency reasonably based on the growth stage of the succulent and climatic conditions.
2. Choose Suitable Soil
Choose soil with good permeability and strong drainage to help the succulents grow healthily.
3. Pay Attention to Light
Place the succulent in a sunny location and avoid keeping it in a dim environment for too long.
4. Maintain Appropriate Indoor Temperature
Both excessively high and low indoor temperatures affect succulent growth. Try to keep the indoor temperature between 15-25°C.
Dear succulent lovers, now do you understand why succulents become "waterlogged"? As long as you master these tips, your succulents will surely thrive! Let's work together to become succulent experts!