Tips and Advice
How to care for succulents without killing them in the process
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Adriana sanchez - 2020-07-08T16:14:16Z
How to care for succulents is an increasingly common question, as people have discovered in these adorable little plants the perfect ally to have a piece of nature close to their favorite spaces. Succulents, besides being super beautiful thanks to their countless geometric shapes and variety of colors and textures, have become the favorites of all gardening lovers and even those who are not so keen, due to their small space requirements and ability to grow practically anywhere. If you are part of this group of people or are interested in adopting one and want to take care of it properly, then you need to put these tips into practice to learn how to care for succulents without killing them in the process. Water succulents with little water To know how often to water succulents, it is important to consider that these plants are capable of absorbing moisture from the environment and retaining it in their leaves, stems, and roots, so overwatering can be harmful; therefore, it is ideal to water them every fifteen days in cold weather and once a week during hot weather. Care for succulents' sun exposureAlthough succulents need light to grow properly, you should avoid direct sunlight, especially in summer when the radiation is much stronger and can dehydrate them. So try to place them where light comes through a window with light-colored curtains or some other soft filter. Use pots with drainage It is important that the pots where you keep your succulents have good drainage to avoid excess water, as if your succulent becomes waterlogged, it could die from rot. If you place your succulents in a pot with a saucer underneath, make sure to drain the water well after watering to prevent flooding. Plant succulents in simple soil Succulents are quite simple plants that do not require strict care, so it is not necessary to plant them in substrates full of minerals; on the contrary, they thrive in poor soils, so you should use substrate with sand or succulent substrate, which is very similar to cactus substrate. As you can see, succulents are very easy plants to care for, but don’t get too comfortable, because like all living beings, they need enough love and attention to thrive in a good environment. How many succulents are you willing to adopt?