Are Succulent Seeds Expensive? A Detailed Guide to Planting Methods

Succulents are a very popular potted green plant. Whether it is a small pot of succulents bought directly from the market or a combination you put together yourself, each has its own unique charm. Succulents can be considered a bonsai that perfectly suits a girly heart: fleshy and adorable, and the price is not expensive either, making them a great choice for potted plants. Many flower enthusiasts ask, do succulents have seeds? Are succulent seeds expensive? What is the planting method?

1. Are succulent seeds expensive?

The price of succulent seeds is affected by some factors, such as market supply, purchasing channel, purchase quantity, and so on. However, it is not that easy to buy genuine, high-quality succulent seeds. After all, the requirements for succulents to produce seeds are relatively high, and the quantity is not certain either; there may be a complete failure of the harvest, or there may be a lot of seeds produced.

When buying succulent seeds, everyone must carefully distinguish them in order to buy good seeds, which increases the chance of successful sowing. This is mainly judged based on the following details:

1. Color of succulent seeds

The color of succulent seeds must not be too dark. In particular, those with shriveled shapes and blackened color may have become moldy; generally, the color of healthy succulent seeds is light brown.

2. Shape of succulent seeds

The shape of succulent seeds should be very plump. It is recommended that everyone use a magnifying glass to observe them, since the seeds are too tiny.

Of course, when buying succulent seeds, we will not estimate the quantity or separate healthy seeds from unhealthy ones, because they are too tiny, just like black sesame seeds. Everyone should buy from regular channels as much as possible.

2. What is the planting method for succulent seeds?

1. Prepare the succulent seeds

Besides buying finished succulent potted plants, some friends want to sow by buying seeds, because the succulent bonsai that comes out of this gives a greater sense of accomplishment. So, the first step is to buy the succulent seeds and place them on a piece of paper or in a container. It is recommended to choose a white background, as this makes them easier to distinguish.

2. Soil conditions

The soil for planting succulents should be as fine as possible, because soil that is too coarse will affect their healthy growth. For example, the relatively fine soil left after sifting the sandy soil, leaf mold, and so on that we usually use for growing flowers through a net is suitable for sowing succulent seeds.

3. Disinfect the container

Prepare a cultivation container, then put the prepared soil into the container and take disinfection measures in advance, which will reduce bacterial and viral infections during growth. Remember, the soil must be completely soaked.

4. Sowing

Once the soil is completely soaked, you can sow. Because holding them with your hands is not very convenient, we can use a relatively thin toothpick and gently dab them on to sow. Pay attention to the sowing density; it must not be too dense, otherwise the spatial distribution will be unreasonable and there will be no room to spread out when they grow.

After sowing, cover with film, and then carry out subsequent daily management.

In summary, have you mastered the planting method for succulent seeds? Remember some of the details, and I believe you can also grow a beautiful pot of succulents from seeds.