With the acceleration of the pace of life, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to the greening of their home environment. The unique spatial characteristics of the exposed balcony have made it an excellent place for planting succulents. Succulents are loved by many plant enthusiasts for their drought resistance, ease of care, and diverse shapes. How to grow succulents on an exposed balcony? Here are some practical suggestions.
Choose suitable varietiesUnderstand the climatic characteristics of the exposed balcony and choose succulents that are suitable for growing in this environment. The exposed balcony is suitable for planting drought-resistant and cold-resistant succulent varieties, such as Sedum, Echeveria, and cacti. When choosing, you can refer to the following:
1. Jade dew: Cold and drought resistant, with crystal clear leaves, very suitable for balcony planting.
2. Thick-leaved Echeveria: Thick leaves, rich in color, cold and drought resistant, and vigorous growth.
3. Cactus: Drought and cold resistant, with various shapes, suitable for balcony decoration.
Reasonable layoutThe space of the exposed balcony is relatively small, so it is necessary to make rational use of it when arranging. Here are some suggestions:
1. Choose suitable planting containers: The space of the exposed balcony is limited, so you can choose small pots or hanging pots. The best materials for flower pots are breathable ceramics, plastic, or purple sand.
2. Reasonable spacing: Succulents grow slowly but have developed roots. When placing them, make sure there is enough space between the plants to allow the roots to stretch.
3. Sufficient light: The exposed balcony has good lighting conditions, but it should avoid direct sunlight. You can place the succulents at the edge of the balcony or use a sunshade net for proper shading.
Scientific wateringSucculents are drought-resistant, but excessive drought can cause the leaves to shrink and growth to slow down. Here are some watering techniques:
1. Observe the soil: Before watering, observe the soil moisture. If the soil is dry, you can water it moderately.
2. Control the water volume: When watering, control the amount of water to prevent excessive water from seeping into the roots and causing root rot.
3. Timely watering: Adjust the watering frequency according to the season and climate conditions. In high summer temperatures, you can increase the frequency of watering; in cold winter, you can reduce the frequency of watering.
Fertilizing and pruning1. Fertilizing: Succulents grow slowly and should not be fertilized too much. You can choose a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus, and high-potassium compound fertilizer and apply it once a month.
2. Pruning: During the growth of succulents, some withered leaves will appear, which should be pruned in a timely manner to maintain the beauty of the plant and also help the plant grow.
Raising succulents on an exposed balcony is key to understanding the growth habits of succulents, arranging them reasonably, watering scientifically, fertilizing, and pruning. By following the above methods, I believe you will be able to create a beautiful succulent oasis on your exposed balcony. Let's enjoy the wonderful time brought by succulents together!