How to grow succulent plants in spring

How to grow succulent plants in spring

Spring succulents are plants of the Crassulaceae family, genus Crassulaceae. They like dry, warm and sunny environments. They are not resistant to high and low temperatures, and they avoid cold and excessive humidity. Spring succulents will sprout side buds after a certain period of time. This requires enough patience to slowly maintain them, and one day they will bloom out of the pot.

1. Light: Succulents in spring are suitable for growing in an environment with sufficient light. Usually they should be placed in a sunny place, but in summer, they need to be shaded, otherwise strong light will burn the leaves and cause them to melt. In winter, because the light is soft, in order to ensure that the plants survive the winter, they need to be exposed to light all day.

2. Soil: As a succulent plant, spring hollyhocks are suitable for growing in loose and breathable soil. If the soil is too sticky, the plant's breathing will be unfavorable, which can easily lead to poor growth. Usually, peat soil and granular soil are mixed to prepare the potting soil. A small amount of bone meal can be added as organic fertilizer to provide it with certain nutrients, which makes it easier for the plant to bloom.

3. Watering: Spring succulents are drought-resistant and contain a lot of water. Therefore, you don’t need to water them too much to avoid root rot caused by the humid climate. Check the dryness of the potting soil regularly and wait until the soil is dry before watering. If the soil is relatively moist, you don’t need to water it.

4. Fertilization: Although succulents do not require much fertilizer in spring, if you want them to grow out of the pot, you still need to apply thin fertilizers frequently, once a month. Applying too much fertilizer will cause fertilizer damage, which is not only not conducive to the growth of the plants, but may also cause root burns and affect their development.

Precautions for caring for succulent plants in spring

Succulents are prone to diseases and pests in spring. You can prevent diseases and pests by lowering the room temperature, increasing ventilation and trimming yellow leaves. In addition, you can rotate the spraying of carbendazim and flower protector in spring and summer, or sprinkle some dimethoate along the edge of the flowerpot to reduce the occurrence of pests.