Simple method of preparing soil for succulent flowers (how to prepare soil for succulent plants at home)

The general requirement for the soil for succulents is that it is loose, breathable, fertile, with good air permeability and water permeability, and the soil that does not easily form waterlogging is the best.

There are many ingredients suitable for preparing succulent soil, such as peat, humus, Akadama soil, Kanuma soil, volcanic rock, vermiculite, perlite, iridescent stone, chlorite, coconut bran, coal slag, etc. Different soils are prepared according to the variety, growth period and season of succulents.

Different varieties of succulents require different soil configurations

Some succulents require mainly granular soil, while others require mainly nutrient soil.

There are many varieties of succulents, and the soil configuration varies according to the family. The families of succulents include Cactaceae, Crassulaceae, Aizoaceae, Aloeaceae, Agaveaceae, Sedumaceae and other common families.

Cactaceae likes dry soil and cannot tolerate waterlogging. It should be based on granular soil with strong water permeability. The soil of Crassulaceae has more humus components, which will grow faster and be more resistant to moisture. Aloe, Sedum and other families do not have high requirements for soil and have strong adaptability.

Different growth stages of succulents require different soil configurations

During the seedling stage, the main focus should be on rooting and germination. The nutritional requirements are not high, and the soil should have good air permeability.

During the growing season, due to the rapid growth, it is necessary to use some soil containing high nutrients, mostly peat soil and humus soil, which is conducive to the rapid growth of succulents.

If it has already grown into an old stump, then due to the need for shaping, it is not necessary to grow too fast again. You can increase the content of granular soil, make the soil more permeable and breathable, and control the growth of succulents.

Different seasons require different soil configurations

The growth conditions of succulents are different in different seasons.

In spring and autumn, the growth is more vigorous, and the soil should be rich in nutrients. In summer and winter, most succulents are dormant or semi-dormant, so such succulents need to increase the amount of granular soil to reduce summer rot.

The soil used for home breeding and greenhouse breeding is also different

For family breeding with small quantities, you can prepare the soil for succulents yourself or purchase it directly.

If you are breeding in a greenhouse, you have to consider economic factors. Succulents in greenhouses are generally made up of cheap soils such as coconut bran soil, distiller's grains soil, and sawdust soil.

Due to the large amount of use, peat soil is rarely used. Unless the variety is relatively expensive, most people have to consider economic benefits and use cheap and good soil for breeding.