How to grow the succulent moon to make it look good? The cultivation methods and precautions of the succulent moon

The succulent plant Echeveria is very common. It is also called gem flower, stone lotus, etc. by people who love it. It is one of the earliest succulent plants cultivated on the market. Its flesh is very thick, can change color, is very hardy, and grows very fast.

Is the succulent plant easy to grow?

The Moonflower is a very easy-to-grow succulent plant . If it is well maintained, it will easily grow into a good condition, and it can grow into an old pile and have multiple heads. If you want the Moonflower to have multiple heads, you need to let the root base grow side branches or the top sprout side buds, which requires strengthening maintenance and management, and you can also promote the head by cutting the head.

How to raise the moon to look good

1. Pot soil

The moon is suitable for growing in sandy soil with good drainage and ventilation , which is not only convenient for the drainage of excess water, but also conducive to the absorption of plant roots, which undoubtedly has a good promoting effect on the growth of moon. For this, pine needle soil, vermiculite, leaf mold and sandy soil can be used in a ratio of 1:1:1:1 to prepare the soil.

2. Temperature

The most suitable growth temperature for the moonflower is 10-28°C . If the temperature is higher than 35°C or lower than 5°C, the plant will stop growing. Therefore, spring is the growth season of the moonflower. In summer, we need to cool down, and in winter, we need to heat up. If we can keep the temperature at the best, it is only a matter of time to keep the moonflower beautiful.

3. Lighting

The moonflower loves light. Sufficient light can not only slow down the growth of the plant , but also make the leaves more beautiful. Therefore, when the temperature is suitable (10-28°C), it is best to place the moonflower outdoors for maintenance, so that it can receive sufficient light. In summer, it needs to be shaded. In winter, the plant should be placed on a sunny windowsill and ventilated when there is no wind.

4. Watering

If you want the moonflower to grow beautifully, it must develop well, so the water supply must be in place. However, the moonflower plant has a high water content, so don't water it too much. Observe the pot soil carefully, and wait until it is completely dry, then water it thoroughly. Generally speaking, water it once every 10 days or so, and water it thoroughly each time .

Matters Needing Attention in Maintenance of Longyue

1. Repotting

The plant should be repotted every 1-2 years in the spring , and dead old roots and overly lignified stems should be cut off to avoid affecting the general development and water absorption of the plant.

2. Pruning

Usually , the withered old leaves need to be removed in time to prevent accumulation and bacterial growth. After the last month of leggy growth, everyone should cut and prune it in time to maintain its beauty.