How to save a succulent that is too dehydrated
An introduction to saving a severely dehydrated succulent and an explanation of the correct watering methods for succulents, keep reading for more information on green plants and flowers!
If the leaves of the succulent are soft and wrinkled, water thoroughly!
What YaoYao is talking about today as the "sign of dehydration" is actually the bottom leaves of the succulent. If you notice that the leaves are slightly wrinkled and feel soft when pinched, it means it's dehydrated!
Soft and wrinkled leaves indicate that the potting soil has been dry for a while. At this point, watering thoroughly will cause the succulent's roots to absorb water rapidly, and within a week, the leaves will immediately puff up into a ball.
This watering method can largely avoid overwatering, which can cause root rot and waterlogging, but it is only suitable for mature plants and older succulents. For young seedlings, waiting until the soil is completely dry before watering is too late!
Simple tips for watering succulents, learn them and you won't worry!
For succulents, including young seedlings, YaoYao has some simple tricks for watering. Everyone can use them as references and adopt them flexibly according to the condition of their own succulents!
1. Weighing Method
Prepare a mini electronic scale (less than 20 yuan), record the weight of the completely dry succulent, weigh it again after thorough watering, and then weigh it once a day.
How to save a succulent that is too dehydrated
In the end, you will get the data for how many days it takes for the soil to dry out completely. Subtracting 1-2 days from this will be the time interval for watering the succulent, and water thoroughly each time.
2. Mulching Method
We can increase the proportion of red jade soil in the potting mix and then lay a layer on top of the pot surface. Water when the red jade soil turns white, or delay watering by 1-2 days.
3. Toothpick Method
You can also find a toothpick, insert it into the edge of the potting soil, and check it occasionally. If the toothpick is white and dry, it's time to water. (Make sure the hole is fixed to avoid root damage)
Caution when watering succulents, be sure to be careful!
1. Water according to the season
In the peak growing season of succulents, water more frequently, each time until water flows out from the bottom ventilation holes of the pot; in the dormant period of succulents, water a little bit along the edge of the pot every ten to fifteen days.