How to properly care for succulents
A brief knowledge sharing on how to care for succulents to keep them healthy and some tips for succulent cultivation. Let's introduce the content of green plant and flower planting by the editor of this site.
Nowadays, more and more people are fond of growing succulents. However, for those who have just started, the plants often die soon after purchase. So, how should beginners care for succulents at home to ensure they thrive and don't die?
Firstly, whether it's a newly bought succulent or one that has been purchased for a while, repotting is a necessary step. The first point is to trim the roots and repot. The method of trimming the roots is very simple: cut off all the fibrous roots without leaving any, then trim the main roots appropriately. After this, place it in a well-ventilated and shaded area to dry. How long should it be dried? At least 5-7 days to allow the wounds to heal and the fibrous roots to completely dry out. Then, repot it. Before repotting, remove the dry fibrous roots, prepare a well-draining soil mix with at least half being granular, and plant it directly using moist soil with a water content of around 30%-50%. After planting, place it in a shaded environment to allow it to adapt and grow normally.
When growing succulents at home, always remember to provide them with ample sunlight. Succulents love light; without it, they will etiolate and look unattractive. Try to give them as much sunlight as possible throughout the year. If you're in the north and it's very hot in summer, with temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, try to provide some shade, blocking 50%-70% of the sunlight. When watering, the principle is to water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. This will ensure they don't have problems and grow normally. If you want them to develop quickly, water them only when the lower leaves start to wilt slightly, which will prevent rapid growth and help them develop a nice color.
Another aspect is fertilizer. If you want to promote rapid growth in succulents, choose a fertilizer high in nitrogen content without lacking other elements, such as Huaduo No.10. If you want to enhance the color, you can choose a fertilizer high in potassium content with no lack of other elements. Potash fertilizer can help succulents color up quickly. Fertilizing frequency should be once or twice a month, which is sufficient and won't cause any problems.
Actually, succulents are not difficult to care for. The reason why some people can't grow them well is due to poor soil preparation, insufficient light, and poor ventilation indoors. When growing succulents, try to ensure good ventilation, provide ample sunlight, avoid using large pots, use smaller, well-draining pots, and don't let them lack water or fertilizer. This way, you won't encounter any problems when caring for succulents.
The above sharing on how to care for succulents and the comprehensive introduction of succulent cultivation tips are intended to provide green plant enthusiasts with some related knowledge.