In winter, the cold climate causes many succulents to face "hibernation crisis", and many succulent enthusiasts' plants have died during the winter. Don't panic in such situations, this article will provide you with detailed emergency guidelines to help your succulents recover vitality from the brink of winter death.
Analyzing the Causes of Winter DeathWe need to understand the reasons behind the winter death of succulents. There are mainly the following causes:
1. Low temperature: The sudden drop in temperature during winter makes it impossible for succulents to adapt to extreme low temperatures, leading to cell frostbite.
2. Improper watering: Water evaporates slowly in winter, and excessive watering can easily lead to root rot.
3. Insufficient sunlight: The short daylight hours and weak sunlight intensity in winter lead to insufficient photosynthesis in succulents.
Emergency Measures1. Check the roots
Remove the succulent from the pot and check the roots. If the roots show symptoms of rotting, blackening, or softening, you need to trim the necrotic parts immediately. You can use a disinfected pair of scissors for trimming and then soak the roots in a fungicide solution to prevent infection.
2. Clean the soil
Place the trimmed succulent in new soil, choosing a well-draining sandy soil. When cleaning the soil, be sure to remove debris and necrotic roots.
3. Control watering
Follow the principle of "better dry than wet" when watering in winter, reducing the frequency of watering. When watering, try to do it at noon when the temperature is higher, avoiding watering at night.
4. Increase sunlight
Place the succulent in a place with plenty of sunlight to increase the duration of exposure. If indoor sunlight is insufficient, you can use auxiliary light sources such as desk lamps.
5. Warmth measures
If the indoor temperature is low, the following measures can be taken to keep warm:
- Use a warmth shield or insulation film to raise the temperature around the succulents.
- Place the succulents near the radiator, but be careful to avoid direct contact.
Preventive MeasuresTo avoid winter death of succulents again, here are some preventive measures:
1. Choose cold-resistant varieties: When purchasing succulents, try to choose varieties that are more cold-resistant.
2. Control watering: According to the growth stage of the succulents and seasonal changes, reasonably control the watering frequency.
3. Provide appropriate shade: When the sunlight is strong in summer, provide appropriate shade to avoid sunburn of the succulents.
4. Regular pruning: Regularly prune the dead leaves and diseased branches of the succulents to maintain plant health.
Winter death of succulents is not可怕, as long as we master the correct emergency measures and preventive methods, we can revitalize the withered succulents. I hope this article is helpful to you and wish your succulents healthy growth!