Choose the right variety Soil selection and formulation Light management watering techniques Temperature control Pest control Fertilization and pruning Succulent plants have become the darling of many homes and offices due to their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. It is not easy to make succulent plants grow well. This article will provide you a detailed introduction to how to maintain succulent plants and let them thrive under your care. There are many kinds of succulent plants to choose suitable varieties, and it is crucial to choose the varieties that are suitable for your maintenance environment. Choose the suitable varieties based on factors such as light and temperature. The succulent plants of Crassulaceae are shade-resistant and suitable for indoor maintenance; while some The succulent plants of the cactus family require sufficient sunshine. Soil selection and preparation of succulent plants have high requirements on soil. Soil with good air permeability and strong drainage should be selected. Commonly used soil preparation is a mixture of peat soil, coarse sand and perlite, with a ratio of about 2:1:1. A suitable amount of bone meal or calcium superphosphate can be added to the soil to provide necessary nutrients. Light management Succulent plants have a high demand for light, but too strong direct sunlight will burn the leaves. Succulent plants should be placed in places with sufficient scattered light. When high temperatures in summer, they can be properly shaded to avoid sunburn on the leaves. When there is insufficient light in winter, the lighting time can be appropriately increased. Watering skills Succulent plants are not resistant to waterlogging. Too much watering will lead to root rot. When watering, the principle of "better dry than wet" should be followed. Watering the soil surface after it is dry. When watering, try to water through the roots. Avoid splashing water on the leaves. When the temperature is low in winter, reduce the number of watering times. Temperature control Succulent plants are highly adaptable to temperature, but too cold or hot environment will affect their growth. The appropriate growth temperature is 15-25 ° C. When high temperatures in summer, succulent plants should be placed in a ventilated and cool place; When low temperatures are in winter, measures can be taken to keep warm, such as using insulation covers. Pest and insect pest control Succulent plants are vulnerable to pests and diseases. The key to preventing pests and diseases is to maintain good ventilation, light and soil environment. Once pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures should be taken, such as cutting off diseased leaves and using pesticides. Fertilization and pruning of succulent plants do not require high fertilizer. Appropriate amount of compound fertilizers can be applied during the growth period. When fertilizing, the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently" should be followed. Timely pruning can promote the growth of succulent plants and improve their ornamental value.
It is not difficult to raise a lot of fleshy plants. Just master the correct maintenance methods and manage your fleshy plants in the sun by selecting the right varieties, soil, light, watering, temperature, pest control, fertilization and pruning. Thrive and become a beautiful scenery at home.
References: "Handbook for the Conservation of Succulent Plants", China Forestry Press, published in 2018.
"Conservation and Breeding of Succulent Plants", Jindun Publishing House, published in 2017.