Succulents love to "eat soil", and only by choosing the right soil can they raise meaty meaty!
Today, let's talk about the "ration" of succulents - soil. Did you know?Succulent is actually a "foodie", and only by choosing the right soil can it be meaty, and it is so cute!
In the maintenance of succulents, the combination of soil is crucial. So, what soil is best for succulents?The answer is breathable, drained and nutrient-balanced soil. Sounds a bit complicated?It's okay, let me tell you more.
1.Soil with good air permeability
Succulents have a lot of water stored in their leaves, so they don't need to be watered as often. Soil with good air permeability can help control water and prevent roots from rotting when they are wet for a long time. You can choose to add materials such as perlite and vermiculite to enhance the breathability of the soil.
2.Well-drained soil
Well-drained soil prevents water from being trapped in the roots, thus avoiding root rot. You can add some large particles of media to the soil, such as vermiculite, red jade soil, etc., which will expel the excess water faster.
3.Nutrient-balanced soil
Succulents need the right amount of nutrients to sustain growth. You can choose from commercially available succulent soil, or make your own. Remember to add the right amount of humus or peat soil to the soil to provide the necessary nutrients for the succulents.
Of course, different varieties of succulents have different soil requirements. For example, succulents of the genus Sedum prefer sandy soils, while succulents of the family Apricot prefer well-drained soils. Therefore, when choosing the soil, it is also necessary to determine the succulent species and habits
Having said all that, are you already eager to try and change your flesh to new soil?Don't worry, let me share you with a few of my own common succulent recipes!
Formula 1: Perlite, vermiculite, humus
This formula is suitable for most succulents, perlite and vermiculite provide good air permeability and drainage, and humus provides essential nutrients. Mix according to the ratio of 1:1:1, and then add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer.
Formula 2: red jade clay, vermiculite, coconut bran
In this recipe, red jade clay is a very good draining material, vermiculite can provide some water retention, and coconut peat can provide some nutrients to the succulent. Mix in a 1:1:1 ratio.
Formula 3: Sandy soil, peat, vermiculite
If you're raising succulents from the Apricot family, this recipe will be a great fit. Sandy soils provide good drainage, peat soils provide adequate nutrients, and vermiculite enhances water retention and air permeability. Mix in a 2:1:1 ratio.
When changing soil, remember to gently pat the roots of the succulents to shake off the old soil before moving it into a new pot. After filling in the appropriate amount of soil, put in the succulent, continue to fill the soil and gently compact. Finally, water thoroughly and place in a well-ventilated place.
How?After listening to so much, do you already have a deeper understanding of the meaty "ration"?In fact, it is not difficult to raise succulents, as long as you choose the right soil and maintain them reasonably, you can also raise meaty and cute succulents at home!If you found this article helpful, don't forget to like it!Also welcome to follow me and work together for more gardening tips!