FAQs
How often should you water a succulent? According to Retro Den, the rule of thumb for watering your succulent is every other week during non-winter months. During the winter months, when the temperature is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, it is recommended to water your succulent only once a month.
What is the most sought after succulent? ›
Paddle plant is the most popular modern succulent due to its whimsical form and intense winter color.
What is the trick to succulents? ›
Plant Them in Containers With Drainage Holes
Succulents should never sit in standing water; it quickly leads to root rot, so proper drainage is essential. Terra-cotta pots are porous, so they absorb extra water and allow it to evaporate quickly. Ceramic is another good, breathable option.
How do you know when a succulent needs water? ›
In fact, water is essential for the plant's health, and just like any other, it will show signs of dehydration. Wrinkled, shriveled leaves are a clear indication that your Succulent needs more water.
Do succulents need full sun? ›
Most succulents do best in bright direct light and need at least 6 hours of natural light per day. But if you only have a shady corner in your home, choose plants like mother-in-law tongue that do well in low light and place them near a south or east-facing window.
What is the hardest succulent to take care of? ›
Compton Carousels and Silver Prince are drop-dead gorgeous succulents, but they are some of the most difficult plants to care for. Add a price tag of $20 - $60 for a 2-inch or 4-inch per succulent AND a novice succulent grower - that's a recipe for disaster.
Which succulents are low maintenance? ›
Best low-maintenance outdoor succulents
- Aeonium (Crassulaceae family)
- Agave (Asparagaceae family)
- Aloe (Asphodelaceae family)
- Dudleya (Crassulaceae family)
- Echeveria (Crassulaceae family)
- Euphorbia (Euphorbiaceae family)
- Kalanchoe (Crassulaceae family)
- Sempervivum (Crassulaceae family)
Epsom salt works wonders as a fertilizer during the growing season and can help keep your succulents looking lush and beautiful for a long while. In addition, using an Epsom salt fertilizer is a great way to help encourage blooming in many succulents.
What do you spray on succulents to propagate them? ›
GardenTech® brand's RootBoost™ Rooting Hormone stimulates root development and encourages succulent leaves and stem cuttings to develop more uniform roots. That leads to more vigorous, well-rooted plants.
Can succulents be overwatered? ›
An underwatered succulent will have soil that feels dry and leaves with brown tips, dry, and will start to curl, drop, or even drop. An overwatered succulent, on the other hand, will have yellowing leaves, browning tips, and also wilting (with wet or soggy soil).
When you water your succulents, soak the soil mix until water runs out of the drainage holes. Don't use a spray bottle to water your succulents—misting can cause brittle roots and moldy leaves.
How long can succulents go without water? ›
Succulents that are planted indoors or in the cooler months outdoors will generally require less water. They can go up to 1-3 months of no watering. Indoor succulents will have less exposure to the elements outdoors - wind and sunlight outdoors tend to dry out the soil faster than it does indoors.
How often should I feed succulents? ›
During the growing season, succulents can benefit from more frequent fertilizing, usually every 2-4 weeks. However, it is vital to avoid over-fertilizing. A useful guideline is to dilute the succulent fertilizer to half the recommended strength and apply it exclusively to damp soil.
