GUIDE TO SUCCULENT CARE
Succulents, like other drought-tolerant plants, are very low maintenance and require minimal attention. Here, I will walk you through a few important steps for success.
One of the most common mistakes in growing succulents is overwatering. Succulents do love water, but they are afraid of not drying out quickly enough. Besides using the correct soil, the key is to know when they are ready for water. The first step is to ensure that the soil completely dries out between waterings. This is crucial as it allows airflow to the roots, which need to breathe too. You can also tell if the plant is showing any signs of deflation or softness. This is a sign the plant is ready for a thorough drink!
In terms of soil, it is important to use a well-draining soil mix. In most cases, any cactus or succulent soil will do the job. You can also add perlite to your chosen succulent soil for added drainage. We create our own sterile soil mix, which contains equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite.
Succulents thrive in bright, indirect sunlight. Signs that they are not receiving enough light would be etiolation, rotating, or even turning completely green.
When receiving new plants or moving plants from one location to another, especially if there is a large difference in light, it is important to slowly introduce them to the brighter light to prevent them from burning. Once they are acclimated, you can move them freely without worry.
