How to care for Marianne succulents
This article introduces how to care for Marianne succulents and the maintenance knowledge of Marianne green plants. The following is a comprehensive introduction.
Among numerous succulents, there is a series of special varieties that grow densely, arranged compactly, with plump and juicy leaves. They are known as the 'Bubble' series. The Bubble series belongs to the Sedum family, Sedum章isochromum. Today, let's talk about the most common variety in the Bubble series—Marianne Bubble.
♥ Introduction to Marianne Bubble
Marianne Bubble is a succulent plant from the Sedum family, Sedum章isochromum. It is one of the more common varieties in the Bubble series, native to South Africa. Marianne Bubble leaves are pendulous in shape, bulging in the middle with pointed ends, plump and chubby, with a rough surface. The color is green or gray-green, with red or purple spots distributed on the surface. The leaves of Marianne Bubble in good condition are orange-yellow. The stem of Marianne Bubble is upright and thin, with dense growth and easy to branch. It prefers a sunny, dry, and cool environment, drought-resistant, and dislikes humid and积水 conditions. The growth rate is relatively slow, with the optimal growth temperature between 10-25 degrees, strong vitality, and easy to care for. It is suitable to use sandy soil that is loose, breathable, and has good drainage.
♥ Marianne Bubble Care Method Introduction
① Marianne Bubble Soil Usage
Marianne Bubble is suitable for using loose, breathable, and fertile soil that does not accumulate water. Usually, when propagating Marianne Bubble, we choose peat as the main substrate because peat not only contains the nutrients needed for plant growth but is also soft and has good breathability, which is beneficial for the better growth of Marianne Bubble roots. In addition to peat, adding vermiculite can help Marianne Bubble roots grow more vigorously. Finally, adding some particles can improve soil drainage, avoiding root rot and leaf drop caused by soil积水. When Marianne Bubble grows larger and needs to control its state, it can be replaced with soil with a higher particle ratio. This means that Marianne Bubble in different growth stages needs to use soil with different particle ratios; seedlings mainly use peat to increase nutrition, while mature plants or old stakes mainly use particles to control the state and avoid root rot.
② Marianne Bubble Care Temperature
Marianne Bubble belongs to the spring and autumn type, preferring comfortable and cool temperatures. Generally, the growth rate is faster in spring and autumn. When caring for Marianne Bubble, try to avoid high or low temperatures. Although Marianne Bubble does not show obvious signs of dormancy in summer, the growth rate will slow down significantly when the temperature exceeds 30 degrees, and it will enter dormancy when the temperature is below 5 degrees. Therefore, to extend the growth period of Marianne Bubble, try to keep the temperature within the range of 10-28 degrees.
★ Key points for summer care of Marianne Bubble: In normal summer conditions, Marianne Bubble usually does not show obvious signs of dormancy. As long as the temperature does not exceed 35 degrees, it will not enter complete dormancy. Therefore, during the hottest days of summer, try to lower the temperature for Marianne Bubble to avoid dormancy due to high temperatures.
★ Key points for winter care of Marianne Bubble: Bubble-type succulents are relatively cold-resistant, and normal care above 5 degrees can ensure safe overwintering.
How to care for Marianne succulents
③ Marianne Bubble Light Requirements
Marianne Bubble is native to the南非 region, where the light intensity is high and the ultraviolet radiation is abundant. Therefore, when we care for it artificially, we must ensure that the care environment has sufficient light, and it is best to keep it outdoors. Outdoor conditions provide the best light, with long daylight hours and direct light radiation on the plant surface, which is better for photosynthesis and can also inhibit the stretching of Marianne Bubble. Insufficient light will cause the leaves of Marianne Bubble to become thin and long, and the leaf spots may degrade. Therefore, to keep Marianne Bubble in a better state, it is necessary to ensure at least 6 hours of sunlight every day.
★ Indoor care for Marianne Bubble: Many friends do not have the conditions for outdoor care and can only care for it indoors. When caring for Marianne Bubble indoors, it should be placed on a south-facing balcony with the best light and longest daylight hours. Do not place it in dark corners or seemingly bright bedrooms and living rooms. Because what we need for succulents is not bright light but light radiation. The closer to the window, the better, although glass can block about 70% of ultraviolet radiation, it is still more suitable than other positions.
④ Marianne Bubble Water Management
Marianne Bubble leaves are full and contain a lot of water, so they can tolerate drought. Even if you don't water it for a period, it won't die from lack of water. The most important thing to do to care for Marianne Bubble is to "control your hands" and not think it will die if you don't water it for a few days. On the contrary, frequent watering, with the soil staying wet, is more likely to cause the plant to rot and die.
★ Marianne Bubble watering during the growing season: The main growing season of Marianne Bubble is spring and autumn, when the temperature is most comfortable, so Marianne Bubble grows fastest. During the rapid growth period, to keep Marianne Bubble growing normally, you can water it "thoroughly" so that it does not delay growth and does not cause problems from积水.
★ Marianne Bubble watering during high (low) temperature periods: High or low temperatures can slow down or even cause dormancy in Marianne Bubble, so the water requirement will be reduced compared to the growing season. During this time, the watering frequency should be reduced, and water should be controlled to ensure safe overwintering or summering.
♥ How to propagate Marianne Bubble?
The most common propagation methods for the Bubble series of Sedum章isochromum are "leaf insertion" or "cutting." Leaf insertion has a high survival rate and does not harm the parent plant, so most Bubble plants are propagated through leaf insertion. Below, I will explain the specific steps for leaf insertion of Marianne Bubble:
Step 1: Pick the leaves
To leaf insert, you first need healthy leaves. Before picking the leaves, you can control the water for a period to make it easier to remove the leaves. When picking the leaves, hold the parent plant with one hand and gently rock the leaves back and forth with the other hand to get the leaves intact. After picking the leaves, place them in a ventilated and shaded area to dry for a few days.
Step 2: Prepare the potting soil
The soil needed for leaf insertion of Marianne Bubble should be loose, breathable, and slightly water-retaining, so avoid using too much large particle soil for old stakes, as it can affect root growth and扎根, leading to slow plant growth or僵苗. The soil for Marianne Bubble leaf insertion mainly consists of peat, with the addition of vermiculite and perlite or other small particles. The pot for leaf insertion should not be too deep to avoid soil internal积水.
Step 3: Leaf insertion process
Unlike other succulents, Marianne Bubble leaf insertion requires inserting the leaves gently into the soil instead of placing them on the soil surface. Therefore, we need to spray water on the soil first, then insert the dried leaves slightly into the soil surface. Then, wait patiently for the leaves to sprout.
Above is a comprehensive explanation of how to care for Marianne succulents and the maintenance knowledge of Marianne green plants, hoping it can help you.