How to care for succulents for beginners
This article provides detailed knowledge about how to care for succulents and the precautions for their maintenance for netizens who are interested. Let's learn about it together.
Succulents are very attractive to many fans because of their cute appearance. Often, people can't help but stop and admire them. Do you also want to care for a pot of your own? What should we pay attention to when caring for such an adorable plant? Let's take a look with the editor.
1. The timing for repotting succulents
Most succulent varieties are relatively small, so a large pot should not be used when repotting, as it is not only unattractive but also bad for the succulent's growth. We usually repot every 2 years, pruning the decayed and weak roots and adding some decomposed leaves to enhance soil fertility.
2. How to water succulents
Succulents love water, but it's important not to overwater, especially in hot summers. If there is too much water, the roots can accumulate water and easily rot. While controlling watering, do not sprinkle water on the leaves, as they can be sunburned.
3. How to propagate succulents
There are many ways to propagate succulents, but the simplest and most successful method is leaf cutting. We need to choose thick and healthy leaves for propagation, let them dry in a shaded area before applying some rooting powder, and then proceed with the cutting. After that, do not expose them to direct sunlight and place them in a ventilated area, as the roots are fragile and this helps with growth.
4. How to protect aerial roots of succulents
Aerial roots grow to allow succulents to breathe in the soil. Overwatering or over-fertilizing can block the aerial roots, causing the plant to grow poorly, so this point needs special attention.
How to care for succulents for beginners
5. Powder on the leaves
Succulent leaves often have a white powder, which some friends may try to clean off. However, this action actually harms the plant. This powder is not dust; it's chlorophyll produced by the plant to protect against intense sunlight. This layer of powder reflects ultraviolet light, protecting the leaves from sunburn, which is a self-protection mechanism of the plant. We should not be too "helpful" and cause harm.
6. Predicting the growth direction of succulents
This usually happens when two succulents are planted together. To avoid affecting each other's growth, we should imagine the growth direction of the succulents before planting and leave some space in the corresponding areas. Otherwise, it may affect their growth. Of course, the best option is to plant one type of succulent per pot, avoiding mixing them.
Succulents have always been loved by many friends, whether they are experienced gardeners or newcomers. The love for succulents always seems to be on the rise. However, we should not be careless about their maintenance. Special attention should be paid to some details during planting and care, as these are not trivial matters. This way, we can ensure that our adorable succulents grow healthy and plump.
The above is a specific introduction to how to care for succulents for beginners and the precautions for their maintenance, hoping to bring some floral knowledge to succulent enthusiasts.