How to care for succulents after they end their dormancy
This article introduces the care for succulents after their dormancy ends and spring succulent plant care techniques for green plant and flower cultivation. Below, the editor provides a detailed explanation for you.
I. Increase sunlight exposure
The sunlight in winter is much poorer than in spring, so even if placed in direct sunlight, it won't have much effect. Some plant enthusiasts even move them indoors. But this is different in spring. Spring sunlight is not as gentle as winter and not as intense as summer, which can sunburn the succulent leaves.
In spring, it is necessary to allow succulents to absorb as much sunlight as possible and even confidently place them on a south-facing balcony, which will make the succulents grow more vigorously.
II. Watering properly
Succulents with fleshy leaves are very susceptible to flooding. When caring for them, it is important to avoid excessive watering, especially situations where too much water is applied at once or frequent watering.
If the potting soil of succulents is in a moist state for a long time, it is easy to rot and decay, so we must strictly control moisture when caring for succulents.
However, this method of care applies to most seasons, but spring is slightly different. Spring is the peak growing season for succulents, and their water demand also increases, making the potting soil dry faster. Water can be applied as soon as the soil is dry, regardless of the watering frequency.
How to care for succulents after they end their dormancy
III. Supplementing fertilizer
Even though succulent potted plants may seem small and not require much fertilizer, long-term lack of fertilizer can indeed significantly reduce plant growth, primarily manifested by the leaves not being full and appearing shriveled, thus preventing the growth of new buds.
In spring, we can appropriately supplement some fertilizer for succulents, but it must be a thin application to ensure sufficient nutrients without causing root damage from fertilizer burn. Only with adequate nutrients can succulents sprout more offshoots and fill the pot faster, with about two applications of nutrient solution per month being most suitable.
IV. Preventing frostbite
Although the spring equinox has passed, temperatures across the country have not yet stabilized. Early spring is the most unstable period for temperatures. If succulents are moved outdoors too early and encounter a late spring cold snap, they will be directly frostbitten and wither.