Hydroponic Methods and Precautions for Succulents
This article answers questions about how long hydroponic succulents can survive and provides information on hydroponic methods and precautions. The editor of this site will introduce the following content.
Succulents, like other plants, can be hydroponically cultivated and grow well if the method is appropriate. Additionally, the advantages of hydroponics include relative cleanliness compared to soil, faster root growth in the initial stage, and less susceptibility to pests. Hydroponics is better than soil cultivation in the initial stage, regardless of the size or clustering of the plants. However, due to insufficient nutrients, hydroponics is significantly inferior to soil cultivation in later stages.
Hydroponic Succulents
Hydroponic cultivation of succulents is also simple. First, choose a suitable container. I use empty yogurt glass bottles, which are cleaned and filled with water. The water level and the submersion of the roots are crucial and should be adjusted according to the species of the succulent plant.
For plants with well-developed roots like jade dew, more water can be added to completely submerge the roots.
For plants like stonecrop sedums that have fewer roots and do not require much water, the roots only need to slightly touch the water. Some space can be left for the roots to rely on the humidity near the water surface for growth.
Regular maintenance is even simpler; there is no need to water, and it requires minimal care. The location can be arranged according to the plant's preference for sunlight, similar to soil cultivation, with normal exposure to sunlight. In summer, pay attention to shading and reduce the amount of water in the container. The humidity evaporated from the water surface is sufficient for the succulent plants.
For rootless succulents, the method is slightly different. After trimming the roots, place the succulents in a shaded area for several days to allow the wounds to heal before starting hydroponic cultivation.
Place the succulents in a glass container with the roots slightly touching the water surface, without completely submerging them, which can promote root growth.
Succulent roots grow quickly, and after about a week, when new buds appear at the root, the water can be replenished in the bottle to submerge the roots.
Succulent cultivation should be well-ventilated. When hydroponically cultivating, try to place the plants in a shaded and well-ventilated area to avoid strong sunlight, which can cause leaf burns.
When the nutrients in the water are insufficient to maintain the growth of the succulents, a nutrient solution can be added periodically, but be careful not to exceed the appropriate concentration.
When the roots grow too densely, they should be pruned regularly to prevent the plants from becoming leggy or the roots from competing for nutrients, which can affect the plant's growth.
【Summary】
When hydroponically cultivating succulents, it is important to pay attention to sunlight and water. Hydroponic succulents need to be given sufficient sunlight and allowed to bask in the sun.
Also, the water level should not be too high, and the water should be changed frequently, providing the necessary nutrients for hydroponic succulents and fertilizing regularly. Finally, place the hydroponic succulents in a well-ventilated environment for maintenance.
However, hydroponic succulents do not have a sufficient supply of nutrients for growth, so it is not recommended. If you want to try it, it should be fine for about two months.
The above shares the specific introduction of how long hydroponic succulents can survive, hydroponic methods, and precautions, hoping to bring some knowledge to the netizens.