How do succulents survive the summer
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It is often said that it is difficult for succulents to survive the summer, and they are likely to die in the heat. Taking "Xiaoneiye" and "Little Red Coat" as examples, how do succulents survive the summer? This article will explain how succulents can safely survive the summer, with simple and easy methods that are a bit rough, very suitable for flower friends to refer to.
First of all, let's save these sentimental cuties from the root! (Hereinafter, "sentimental cute" replaces the difficult summer for succulents) There are four main difficulties in surviving the summer: temperature, humidity, soil quality, and watering.
1. Temperature
In the hot summer, temperature is the prime culprit that can easily injure or even kill succulents! Therefore, our "sentimental cute" should be placed in the coolest place in the house. If there are no conditions, at least provide some shading measures, such as indoors or shade nets.
Indoor shading may not be perfect because it is not well ventilated, and shade nets are indeed good, but we can create a better solution. For example, place two pieces of cement bricks and put a board on top for shading. Place the "sentimental cute" under the board.
Even slightly less sunlight throughout the summer will not affect the appearance of succulents, as even in the shade, the temperature in summer is not low, and the reflected light from surrounding objects is sufficient for plant metabolism.
2. Humidity
"Sentimental cute" may not need to be watered at all during the summer, as it might damage their appearance, but what if "sentimental cute" is short of water?
I came up with a tough method... put "sentimental cute" next to a sink or well, and within a week, the water deficit condition of "sentimental cute" significantly improves. For friends without a sink or special environment, I recommend placing a foam box filled with water next to it, which can significantly increase humidity.
3. Soil Quality
Soil quality is the key to retaining moisture. For the soil of "sentimental cute" during the summer, as long as it can retain moisture without rapid loss, it is not very important and does not need to be changed. Most soils that have grown well before are suitable for the summer, but we need to add some moisture retention measures.
Adding some stones on the surface of the soil is a good method, as stone coverage is not easily evaporated by sunlight.
4. Watering
Watering has a lot of knowledge involved. Often, all "sentimental cute" die from watering, so understanding watering is a very important matter. Some say to water every three days, some say once a month, some say to water thoroughly, some say to water less, some say not to water "sentimental cute," and some say to water them.
Various sayings, right and wrong, even contradictory. Who should we listen to? In fact, I water very casually, but I always choose to water when the temperature is relatively low in the last few days, and I water after 6 p.m.
Because when the temperature is high, the water will form steam under the soil and then evaporate, which can directly suffocate "sentimental cute." Normally, "sentimental cute" can survive without water for a month without any problems, but they might lose some of their appearance. My common method is to wait until the evening, spray a little water, and let a small amount of water dry within a few hours.
Too much water is bad, and it needs to be blown away with a straw. If it accumulates in the leaf heart and it is not dry the next day, it can easily be evaporated by the sun, thus forming a suffocating effect on the leaf heart again, leading to the death of "sentimental cute." By doing the above几点, "sentimental cute" can safely survive the summer.
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