How to grow succulents fat and plump

1. Water appropriately

If you want to grow succulents fat, water is a very important step. Only when the plant uses leaves to store water can it appear plump. However, more water does not necessarily mean better. On the contrary, too much water will cause the plant to grow too tall. It’s even worse if it’s too dry, as the leaves will shrivel up when all the water is consumed. Therefore, watering is very particular.

Generally speaking, the growing season is in spring and autumn. During this stage, it is enough to water the plants once every half a month, in the morning or evening, and water them thoroughly at one time. It hibernates in the summer and cannot absorb too much water, so it only needs to be watered once a month in small amounts and not thoroughly. At the same time, prevent rain from reaching the succulents. Winter is the same as summer.

2. Soil preparation

If you want the plants to grow fat, you have to pay attention to the soil. It is best to mix it yourself, using 40 percent peat soil, 50 percent pellets and 10 percent wood ash.

3. Temperature and temperature difference

The temperature should be within a suitable range, around 20 degrees. In addition to this, you should also pay attention to the temperature difference, and try to make it as large as possible to help the plants grow fatter.

4. Prevent and control pests and diseases

When pests and diseases appear, they must be discovered in time and measures must be taken. Prevention is necessary beforehand, for example, you can use wood ash, which can be used as fertilizer and also to prevent certain diseases, pests and insects.

5. Adequate lighting

Generally speaking, as long as there is sufficient light, it will be fine. However, light is also related to watering. When you water it in large quantities, you should also extend the light exposure time to help it grow fatter.