How to grow succulents quickly: The most popular maintenance tips on the Internet revealed
In recent years, succulents have become a popular choice for home green plants due to their unique appearance and low maintenance requirements. However, how to make succulents grow quickly is still the focus of many enthusiasts. This article combines hot topics and expert advice from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to compile a detailed maintenance guide for you.
1. Core elements for rapid growth of succulents
According to discussions between gardening bloggers and botanists, the following five aspects need to be focused on for the rapid growth of succulents:
| elements | Specific requirements | Common misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| light | 4-6 hours of scattered light per day | Avoid midday sun exposure |
| watering | Seems dry and wet, 7-10 days/time | Watering is required only when the leaves become soft |
| soil | Granular soil accounts for more than 60% | Ordinary garden soil is prone to root rot |
| temperature | 15-28℃ best | Keep warm when the temperature is below 5℃ |
| fertilize | Once a month in spring and autumn | Avoid thick fat and fat |
2. Practical tips for accelerating growth
1.Selection of timing for repotting: A popular Douyin video shows that the growth rate of succulents repotted in spring increases by an average of 40%. It is recommended to choose a new pot that is about 5cm larger than the original pot.
2.Leaf cutting propagation method: According to the actual measurement by Xiaohongshu experts, if healthy middle leaves are selected and spread flat on the slightly moist soil surface, the root emergence rate will reach 90% within 2 weeks.
3.Light control: The fill light solution hotly discussed on Weibo:
| Succulent type | Fill light selection | daily duration |
|---|---|---|
| Crassulaceae | Full spectrum LED | 4 hours |
| Twelve volumes | 6500K white light | 3 hours |
3. Differences in maintenance of different varieties
The comparative experiment of "Uncle Succulent", the UP owner of Station B, shows:
| Variety | average annual growth | special needs |
|---|---|---|
| peach egg | 3-5cm | Requires water control and shaping |
| Xiong Tongzi | 8-12cm | Likes a well-ventilated environment |
| Lithops | 1-2cm | Avoid frequent transplanting |
4. Solutions to common problems
1.Excessive growth problem: Zhihu's highly praised answer suggested that the "beheading method" can be used for plants that have grown too long, and 2-3 layers of leaves should be retained for replanting.
2.Pest and disease control: Kuaishou live broadcast data shows that spraying 70% alcohol solution in advance during the scale insect outbreak period (May-June) can reduce the infection rate by 90%.
3.Summer Tips: A WeChat official account poll showed that 82% of players believe that the "shade net + water cutoff method" is the most effective. The specific operations are:
| temperature range | shading rate | Watering interval |
|---|---|---|
| 30-35℃ | 50% | 15 days |
| 35℃+ | 75% | stop watering |
5. Advanced maintenance suggestions
1.Soil distribution plan: Taobao’s best-selling formula—Akadama soil: Kanuma soil: peat soil = 3:3:4, add 5% slow-release fertilizer.
2.growth record: Use the "Succulent Growth Diary" APP to record maintenance data and intelligently analyze the best maintenance plan.
3.Temperature difference control: When the temperature difference between day and night is 8-10℃, the coloring effect of succulents is best and the growth activity can be improved.
Through the above systematic maintenance methods, combined with regular observation and adjustments, your succulents will show significant growth changes within 3-6 months. Remember, patience and careful care are the keys to healthy and rapid succulent growth!
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