HOW DO I WATER MY SUCCULENTS?
This seems to be a question I get asked the most so I decided to write a blog about it.
But 1st, Here are some fun facts about succulents:
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They get their name from the Latin word “succus,” meaning juice or sap.
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More than 60 different plant families contain succulents.
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While the most common succulent color is green, you can find them in almost any color of the rainbow, including red, orange, yellow, and purple.
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The chalky substance found on most succulent leaves is a protective substance that helps protect the plant from pests, disease, or sunburn
Succulents thrive in dry, hot conditions in nature. It is best to err on the dry side since it is easier to revive an under watered plant then it is an overwatered plant. Some succulents will “talk” to you and tell you when they need watering or they are getting too much. Plants with leaves that pucker or have a wrinkled appearance are not getting enough water. Plants with soggy or mushy leaves are getting too much water. Light is a factor too. If your plant is in a sunny area, it will need more water than if it is in a shadier area. Succulents need less water in the winter time also. Natural cooler temperatures slow down the growth and the plants use less energy.
One thing you can try is the popsicle stick method. Put a stick near the root system and let it sit for an hour. When you pull it out and it is moist you don’t need to water it. If it is dry then it is time to water. After a few weeks you will learn the rhythm of your plant and have a successful growing relationship.
