How to grow succulents to make them look more beautiful
An introduction to the green plant flowers, explaining in detail how to grow succulents to make them look more beautiful and techniques to make them bloom. Let's learn about it together below.
Introduction: To grow succulents well, remember 3 methods, which are the 3 basic methods. Any type of succulent can be grown well, looking beautiful and robust with high aesthetic value!
Succulents come in many types and shapes. The leaf shapes and plant forms of various succulents are quite different. Compared to other potted plants, succulents generally have smaller forms and can be grown in small pots or even on a small balcony. They do not require strict lighting conditions.
Especially the succulents from the Crassulaceae family are more sturdy and easy to grow. The color and state of succulents can change throughout the year. In spring and autumn, when it is relatively cool and there is abundant sunlight, the leaf color of many succulents will change. Some show a brighter color on the edges of the leaves, while others change the entire leaf to a beautiful red, making the succulents more attractive and eye-catching after coloring.
Beginners should not choose high-end, rare, and expensive succulents. It's best to choose sturdy and easy-to-grow ones. Even ordinary and inexpensive succulents can be beautiful when grown well. When they grow into full bloom and become old stakes, they are very beautiful and pleasing to the eye.
To grow succulents well, a few basic things need to be done right to ensure that each pot of succulents grows well throughout the year, surviving the summer and winter smoothly, with a good growth trend, becoming more beautiful and more beloved. Watching them fresh and vigorous, with elegant forms really brings a good mood every day!
How to grow succulents to make them look more beautiful
1. Good potting soil is very important for growing succulents
Although succulents can survive in sand, to make them grow more smoothly, stronger, and more beautiful, the soil is crucial. The potting soil should be loose, not sticky or compact, and must be nutritious, well-draining, not prone to waterlogging or compacting, and well-aerated.
Also, it should have a certain amount of nutrients. Therefore, when preparing the soil, add peat and decomposed leaf soil, and you can also add sandy soil, vermiculite, perlite, or other granular soil. The soil should not clump together and should be rich in humus. Only such soil can allow succulents to grow continuously, becoming fatter and more beautiful.
2. Light is very important for growing succulents
When the temperature is between 15°C and 28°C, this is the most suitable temperature for the growth of succulents and the time when they grow fastest. During this period, increase sunlight, appropriately expose them to the elements, and also supplement nutrients by adding a little fertilizer, such as organic fertilizer, slow-release fertilizer, or chemical fertilizer. However, it should be given in small amounts and not too much at once, nor should it be fertilized frequently.
Occasionally, you should loosen the soil and turn it over to keep the soil loose, well-draining, and well-aerated. In summer, when temperatures rise and sunlight becomes strong, do not place them in direct sunlight. Instead, put them under a shade canopy or on a north-facing balcony or window sill with scattered light or semi-shaded areas with good ventilation. Poor ventilation is not conducive to their growth.
3. Watering is also very important for growing succulents
In spring and autumn, when the temperature is cool and suitable for the growth of succulents, the soil can be kept slightly moist to ensure sufficient water and nutrients. However, the potting soil should not be too wet for an extended period, as it can easily lead to root rot, especially when the temperature suddenly rises.