How to care for and water Penlong succulents and the method of propagating Penlong succulent plants.

How to care for and water the Benlong succulentThis article focuses on the care and watering of the Benlong succulent, as well as the propagation methods of this green plant. Please see the detailed introduction below.Have you ever seen a cactus bloom? It's very beautiful, but have you seen the Benlong succulent bloom? This is a small succulent plant, belonging to the Aizoaceae family of perennial herbs. Its leaves are slender and will gradually turn red when it's cold, with sufficient light and large temperature differences. Moreover, the Benlong plant will bloom beautiful flowers every spring or autumn, resembling small daisies!Although the flowers of the Benlong succulent are not as beautiful as those of a cactus, it blooms frequently, with each flower lasting 3 to 5 days before wilting. However, the Benlong succulent tends to bloom in the midday sun and will automatically close at dusk, resting overnight and blooming again the next day. So, how can we care for this adorable Benlong to make it grow well and bloom beautifully? Just follow four points suggested by Sun's Love for Flowers.How to care for the Benlong succulent? Master four points for a lush and blooming plant1. Sunlight and temperatureLike most succulents, the Benlong succulent enjoys a warm and sunny environment, avoiding cold and intense sunlight exposure. Direct sunlight can cause damage to the plant during high temperatures.During the growing season in spring and autumn, maintain an environment with full-day sunlight, which helps the Benlong leaves become plump and grow more leaves. With sufficient photosynthesis, it will also produce flower buds and bloom beautifully.In the hot summer, avoid exposing the Benlong to strong sunlight and provide appropriate shading to maintain a cool and well-ventilated environment, allowing the Benlong to survive the hot and humid summer.The Benlong succulent is not very cold-tolerant. In winter, provide more sunlight, but when the temperature reaches 5 degrees, move it to a warm and sunny greenhouse, keeping the room temperature above 5 degrees to prevent frostbite.How to care for and water the Benlong succulent2. Use well-draining soilThe Benlong succulent is more robust than other succulents and is not very picky about soil quality. For potted Benlong, use a sandy loam soil that is loose, fertile, and has good drainage.For example, humus soil or peat, a little garden soil, coarse sand, or discarded coal slag, etc., can be used. Sterilize the soil by exposing it to sunlight before planting. This type of soil is fertile and well-draining, meeting the Benlong's growth requirements for nutrients, promoting root development, leaf growth, and flowering, and no need to fertilize for a year and a half.3. Water and fertilizer irrigationThe Benlong succulent has round and water-rich leaves, with a certain drought tolerance and dislikes overly wet soil. Moreover, it prefers frequent application of thin fertilizer and dislikes thick or raw fertilizer.Water the Benlong according to the seasons. In the spring and autumn growing seasons, provide the Benlong with more water, keeping the soil moist but not wet. Then, fertilize it once a month with organic fertilizer or a high-phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer to meet the Benlong's growth requirements and help it bloom beautifully.The Benlong succulent is also afraid of excessive watering in summer and winter, as it is a succulent plant. These two seasons do not require fertilization. In the hot summer, water evaporates quickly, so avoid watering during the midday heat. Instead, water in the cool morning or evening when the soil is dry, ensuring good ventilation.In winter, reduce the amount of watering when the temperature is low. If the soil is dry, water a little with warm water around the pot at noon. If the temperature drops below 5 to 8 degrees, limit watering or stop watering, keeping the soil dry for the best wintering. Keep warm, expose to sunlight, and prevent frostbite!