How to plant string of pearls succulent? Planting methods and care tips
String of pearls succulent is a type of succulent plant, native to South Africa, and because its leaves are round fleshy leaves, it is named string of pearls, so how do you plant string of pearls succulent? What planting precautions are there?
1. Basic introduction to string of pearls
String of pearls belongs to a type of succulent, native to South Africa, and because its stems hang down or creep along the soil surface as they grow, it is often cultivated as a hanging basket plant.
The leaves of string of pearls are fleshy, round-spherical to spindle-shaped, with a transparent longitudinal stripe in the center of the leaf and a slightly pointed protrusion at the tip. The growth of string of pearls is also divided into a dormant period and a growing period, and the growing period is from March to December each year.
2. How do you plant string of pearls succulent?
1. Light: It needs to be planted in a place with sufficient sunlight, but avoid exposure to scorching sun;
2. Soil: Choose loose soil with good drainage for planting;
3. Watering: Do not water too much; during the growing period, just keep the soil slightly moist; 4. Temperature: The growing temperature in winter needs to be kept above 0°C, and the growing temperature in summer needs to be kept below 35°C, otherwise it will affect the growth of string of pearls.
The planting soil for string of pearls can be cinder mixed with peat and a small amount of perlite, in a ratio of 6:3:1.
String of pearls also grows relatively quickly, so attention should also be paid to repotting; generally, repotting once every 1-2 years is enough.
3. Precautions for planting string of pearls
1. When the summer temperature exceeds 35°C, the growth of the entire plant will slow down. At this time, watering should be reduced to prevent root rot caused by excessive moisture in the potting soil. Also strengthen ventilation, provide appropriate shade, and avoid exposure to scorching sun;
2. String of pearls needs a cool, dry environment with full sun to grow. It tolerates partial shade, fears waterlogging, and avoids stuffy heat, so the planting environment should be kept dry and cool;
3. During cultivation, avoid prolonged rain exposure, otherwise the stems will rot.