Succulents have become popular among gardening enthusiasts in recent years due to their unique appearance and ease of care. Succulent leaf cuttings, as a common way of propagation, allow the charm of succulents to continue. However, many beginners are confused about the maintenance of succulent leaf cuttings, especially watering and rain shelter. The purpose of this article is to deepen the watering and rain shelter skills of succulent leaf cuttings seedlings, and help enthusiasts better care for these cute little lives.
1. Watering wisdom of succulent leaf cuttings seedlings.
Succulents don't need much water on their own, and overwatering can easily lead to root rot. For succulent leaf cuttings, watering is a science that requires careful observation and flexible response. Generally speaking, if the pot is small and the soil is small, the water evaporates quickly, and you can water it every two or three days; If there is a lot of soil and a large pot, you can extend the watering interval appropriately, and you can water it once every four or five days.
However, it should be noted that you should not be in a hurry when watering, and it is not advisable to water thoroughly at one time. It is advisable to use a container with a smaller spout and water in a "drip" fashion. This not only avoids over-wetting of the potting soil, but also ensures that the water penetrates evenly into the soil, providing a suitable growth environment for the seedlings.
In addition, the water requirements of succulent leaf cuttings seedlings are different during the rooting and germination stage. If it has germinated but has not grown roots, at this time the seedlings mainly rely on the leaves to absorb water, so heavy watering is not recommended. Water mist can be sprayed on the surface of the pot to make the surface of the potting soil moist to induce succulent rooting. If it has grown roots but has not germinated, it means that the seedlings have a certain ability to absorb water, and the potting soil can be directly watered when it is too dry. But if the roots have already sprouted, you need to be more careful with the amount of watering. When the potting soil is too dry, you can water it directly, but make sure that you don't have too much water to avoid root rot.
2. Rain shelter strategy for succulent leaf cuttings.
The root system of succulent cuttings is usually not stable enough, and the water absorption capacity is relatively weak. As a result, they are also less tolerant of rain. If there is continuous rainy weather, excess water will accumulate in the potting soil, resulting in the soil is not breathable, and the leaf cuttings and seedlings are easy to turn into water and even rot. So, in continuous rainy weather, it is better to keep the succulent indoors or other sheltered from the rain.
But this does not mean that succulent leaf cuttings are completely invulnerable to rain. Occasional light rain, and the rainfall is not heavy, may have little effect on the succulent seedlings with leaf cuttings that have grown a certain root system. Trace elements in rain and negative oxygen ions in the air are also beneficial for the growth of succulents. However, it should be noted that the humidity of the potting soil must be observed in time after the rain. If the potting soil is too wet, it is still necessary to drain and ventilate in time to avoid the risk of root rot.
3. Suggestions for comprehensive maintenance of succulent leaf cuttings.
In addition to watering and sheltering from rain, the maintenance of succulent leaf cuttings seedlings also needs to pay attention to the following aspects:
Light: Succulents prefer a sunny environment, but seedlings are less tolerant of bright light. Therefore, during the high temperature period in summer, it is recommended to keep the succulent leaf cuttings seedlings in semi-shade to avoid sunburn.
Ventilation: Succulents need a well-ventilated environment to stay healthy. Especially after watering and in rainy weather, it is necessary to strengthen ventilation to avoid excessive humidity and disease breeding.
Fertilization: Succulent leaf cuttings have less fertilizer requirements in the early stages of growth. In general, no additional fertilization is required during the rooting and germination stage. When the seedlings grow to a certain size, some diluted succulent special fertilizer can be applied in an appropriate amount to promote their healthy growth.
Although the maintenance of succulent leaf cuttings requires a certain amount of care and patience, as long as the correct watering and rain protection skills are mastered, and combined with the comprehensive management of light, ventilation and fertilization, I believe that every gardening enthusiast can successfully cultivate healthy and lovely succulent seedlings. I hope that the ** of this article can provide you with some help and inspiration on the road of maintenance of succulent leaf cuttings seedlings.