Summer Succulent Sun Protection Tips to Help Succulents Safely Through Summer
After succulents were introduced from abroad, they became deeply favored by everyone thanks to their adorable appearance. People who grow succulents should all know that summer is the toughest period for succulents, and a single careless move can cause them harm, so below we offer everyone a few points that will surely help succulents safely through summer.
Shading
Succulents naturally like ample light, so basically giving them ample light during the growing season is enough; in this hot summer, succulents still need appropriate shading. If growing them indoors, you can place them in a spot with scattered light. If growing them outdoors, you should buy a shade net to cover them.
Ventilation
Summer temperatures are relatively high, and growing them in a ventilated environment can not only lower the temperature but also maintain good air humidity. Also, summer is a time for pests and diseases. If humidity is too high, it will cause the stems of succulents to rot or pest infestations to occur, so air circulation must be maintained.
Water
Summer temperatures are relatively high, so be sure to avoid watering at noon, otherwise it easily damages the leaves. Therefore, when watering succulents, try to do it in the evening. If the place where you are is stuffy and hot, it is recommended to wait about 3 days after the soil dries before watering them. If it is especially stuffy and hot, you can use a fan to evaporate excess moisture.
A Clean Environment
In the high-temperature, high-humidity environment of summer, it is very easy for succulents to breed bacteria, which will cause them to rot, so when growing them you must pay attention to the surrounding environment. If succulents have dead branches and rotten leaves, be sure to clean them up promptly. If dead branches and rotten leaves fall into the pot and then you water, it will cause mold.
Avoid Pesticide Damage
In summer, succulents easily get pests such as aphids and scale insects. Everyone basically uses pesticides or homemade insect-repelling water to repel insects, but after spraying, be sure to place them in a cool place, otherwise the leaves of the succulents will suffer pesticide damage, and there will be some brown scars on the leaves, affecting their ornamental appearance.