What to Do When the Leaves of Pachyphytum 'Peach Beauty' Are Shriveled? Cause Analysis and Environmental Adjustments
Mention a beauty and many friends will surely let their imaginations run wild, but it is true that this succulent, Pachyphytum 'Peach Beauty', has always given people the impression of being super beautiful and super alluring, and those translucent leaves have always been intoxicating; many succulent enthusiasts make it their first choice.
But keeping Pachyphytum 'Peach Beauty' well is not a very simple matter, because its leaves sometimes look very shriveled, and there are many causes for this problem, so we need to understand how to care for Pachyphytum 'Peach Beauty'.
It may be overwatering
Some friends may find it strange: shriveled leaves because of too much water? Doesn't too much water cause yellow spots on the leaves? This is because overwatering keeps the soil in a constantly moist state, so the fine roots at the base cannot breathe normally, and therefore water cannot be transported properly; when the leaves lack water, they become shriveled.
When watering normally, pay attention to whether the potting soil is completely dry. You can insert a toothpick into the potting soil; if soil still sticks to it when you pull it out, it means the potting soil is still fairly moist, and we can wait a few days before watering. When watering, water thoroughly all at once, and do not water repeatedly.
The light may be too strong
Everyone knows that succulents like to be grown outdoors, which is very good for them. Normally, a succulent plant does best with 4-6 hours of light per day. But that does not mean the more light the better. In spring and autumn it can be exposed to more light with no problem, but in summer you need to be careful: if we let the succulent get light, it cannot stay outside at noon, because the temperature is too high, and we need to provide shade; in the early morning and toward evening it can get sunlight.
It may be the effect of pests and diseases
Succulent plants are rather delicate and can also be troubled by pests. When pest damage appears, we can spray with a fungicide, and more sun exposure can help the plant reduce the effects of pests and diseases. When watering normally, you can use chili water or garlic water, but be careful not to get it on the leaf flesh; just pour it on the potting soil.
Caring for succulent plants actually does not require too much worry; we just need to care for them in the right way, so that Pachyphytum 'Peach Beauty' can grow better and better.