Lotus and succulent plant cultivation comprehensive guide, a must-read for beginners!

Choose the right planting container, soil selection, planting time, planting steps, lighting and temperature, watering and fertilizing, pest and disease control. Lotus and succulent plants, as indoor ornamental leaf plants that have been popular in recent years, have become a new favorite for many families and offices with their unique leaf shapes and shade tolerance. How to plant and care for lotus and succulent plants correctly can be a headache for many beginners. This article will provide a detailed analysis of the planting methods of lotus and succulent plants, helping you to easily grow beautiful succulent lotus plants.Choose the appropriate planting container. Lotus and succulent plants thrive in containers with good breathability, such as ceramic, plastic, or pottery containers. There should be drainage holes at the bottom of the container to prevent waterlogging.Soil selection. Lotus and succulent plants prefer well-drained, breathable soil. You can mix peat soil, decomposed leaf soil, and coarse sand in a ratio of 1:1:1, or purchase ready-made special soil for succulent plants.Planting time. Lotus and succulent plants are best planted in spring and autumn when the temperature is suitable and the plants grow vigorously. Avoid planting in the hot summer and cold winter seasons.Planting steps. 1. Put the soil in the container and gently compact it; 2. Place the roots of the lotus and succulent plant in the soil, making sure not to plant them too deep to avoid affecting breathing; 3. Gently compact the soil with your hands to allow the roots to fully contact the soil; 4. Water thoroughly to completely moisten the soil.Lighting and temperature. Lotus and succulent plants prefer scattered light and should avoid direct sunlight. When growing indoors, you can place the plant near a window, but be careful to avoid direct sunlight. In terms of temperature, lotus and succulent plants thrive in a range of 15-25°C.Watering and fertilizing. Lotus and succulent plants prefer moist soil but should not be waterlogged. When watering, keep the soil slightly moist and avoid overwatering. For fertilizing, apply a compound fertilizer once a month.Pest and disease control. Lotus and succulent plants rarely have pest and disease problems, but it's still necessary to prevent them. Regularly inspect the plants and deal with any pests or diseases promptly. You can use insecticides and fungicides for prevention and control.Planting lotus and succulent plants is not complicated. By mastering the correct planting and care techniques, you can easily grow beautiful succulent lotus plants. I hope this article can provide help for your cultivation journey.References:1. "Succulent Plant Care Manual", China Forestry Publishing House, 2018; 2. "Indoor Plant Care Guide", China Agricultural Publishing House, 2017.