How to care for the plant Ruyu
Here is a comprehensive introduction to the small experiences of growing the succulent plant Ruyu. Let's see how to care for Ruyu with the editor!
Ruyu is a succulent plant belonging to the Sedum family, Crassulaceae. Some plant enthusiasts ask how to care for Ruyu. Ruyu requires a sufficient amount of sunlight and a cool, dry environment. It can tolerate semi-shade but is afraid of waterlogging and dislikes humid heat. It has the habit of growing in cool seasons and dormant in high summer temperatures.
From September of each year to June of the following year is the growing period of Ruyu (the growing period varies depending on the environment of different plant enthusiasts). Insufficient sunlight will cause the plant to grow excessively, the distance between leaves to increase, making the plant loose and the leaf stems tender. However, plants growing in abundant sunlight will be shorter and sturdier, with relatively compact internode spacing.
Plant enthusiast Fengzheng's experience in caring for Ruyu:
Fengzheng's Ruyu is grown in a sunroom with full sun exposure. During the growing period, keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. Fengzheng uses a mixture of coal slag, peat, and a small amount of perlite, with a ratio of about 5:4:1. Ruyu can tolerate temperatures as low as -2°C indoors, not outdoors. Any lower, and the top growing points of the leaves will suffer frostbite and dry up, dying. The following year, new lateral branches will sprout from the withered areas.
Watering is basically stopped during the entire winter, and it should be gradually reduced when temperatures drop below 5 degrees. In high summer temperatures, the plant's growth may slow down or completely stop. During this time, ensure good ventilation and appropriate shading to avoid direct sunlight, reduce watering, and prevent prolonged rain exposure to avoid rotting of the plant. Regular pruning is required during the cultivation process to remove tangled branches and maintain a beautiful and attractive shape.
Ruyu is usually propagated by cutting the top, taking healthy branches with growing points and cutting them into sections about 3 to 5 centimeters high, then drying the wound before inserting them into the soil. They can also be directly inserted into dry granular soil, with a small amount of water given after a few days. Ruyu is a very easy-to-propagate variety, and many small roots can easily grow between the leaves. When it encounters suitable soil, it will firmly root in the ground.
Another benefit of topping propagation is that it allows the mother plant to achieve a better shape. New growing points will sprout from where the top was cut, and sometimes two branches will grow. After multiple toppings, the plant will take on an inverted cone shape. When the top is heavy and the bottom light, you will need to support it with something. The following image is Fengzheng's cluster of Ruyu.
The above information on how to care for Ruyu is hoped to be helpful to you!