These 8 succulents fear heat the most, and if you don't do this once it gets hot, they'll all die off
Summer is really getting closer and closer. The succulent babies you cared for all spring are facing a crisis again. The worst fear is that the tender succulents will accidentally die off in the hot summer! Don't worry, now I'll tell you exactly which succulents are the least suited to summer, and remember to prepare your protection in advance.
When it comes to succulents in summer, the one people least want to mention is Echeveria 'Jingye' (Echeveria derenbergii)! Flower lovers also sigh endlessly, feeling like no matter what they do, it just won't survive, and it's really so frustrating!
1. Echeveria 'Jingye' (Echeveria derenbergii)
Summer survival guide:
1. Repot and change the soil
Summer is about to truly arrive, and under high-temperature weather, the vitality of Echeveria 'Jingye' is relatively fragile. So the urgent task is repotting. After much selection, a ceramic pot is the most suitable. A moderate amount of coir, perlite, and other materials mixed in equal proportions will do. To help it become healthier and plump up quickly, adding an appropriate amount of compound fertilizer is best, about 10 granules is enough.
2. Ventilate frequently and water less
Echeveria 'Jingye', just hearing the name makes it sound like it likes a quiet environment. A cool, ventilated north-facing balcony is very suitable for its growth, but remember that on rainy days, you must do a good job of protection. In sunny weather, watering once a week is enough to maintain a moderately moist state. On cloudy and rainy days, just water less depending on the situation.
2. White Peony (Graptoveria 'Titubans'):
White Peony (Graptoveria 'Titubans'), known as the black rot girl, may be the flower most difficult to get safely through summer! The name really fits!
Summer survival guide:
1. Ventilate frequently and water less
White Peony (Graptoveria 'Titubans') truly lives up to its reputation for black rot, and the cause is that a large amount of pathogens is the source of the trouble. Every time after a thorough watering, if it cannot be ventilated in time, it would be strange if black rot did not appear! So a balcony that is relatively cool and also has good ventilation is most suitable. Be sure to remember to water less; just a moderate amount of moisture is enough.
2. Behead and take cuttings:
Once symptoms of black rot appear, corresponding measures must be taken. The black rot affected part of the plant must be thoroughly cleaned away; the possibility of the necrotic part recovering is already zero. At the same time, to prevent spread, just keep the healthy and intact parts.
3. Mountain Rose (Greenovia aurea): it dies as soon as you water it!
Mountain Rose (Greenovia aurea) should be at its most beautiful in summer at this time. At this time, be sure to remember to water as little as possible; if you accidentally give too much water, it will die!
Mountain Rose (Greenovia aurea)
Summer survival guide:
1. Pay attention to ventilation
Ventilation is a necessary condition. On sunny days, placing it on the balcony is enough, as the balcony has fairly good ventilation. At night, indoors is recommended as more suitable; if the weather is really too stuffy and hot, a fan blowing moderately is also okay.
2. Shade and cut off water
Mountain Rose (Greenovia aurea) should not be in direct sun in summer. From late spring, gradually reduce the amount of watering. You can use the quick soaking method: dip the pot in water briefly and take it out directly, just ensuring the potting soil has some moisture. If the temperature stays above 25°C, cut off water directly.
4. Echeveria 'Yudie' (Graptopetalum paraguayense):
Echeveria 'Yudie' (Graptopetalum paraguayense) can be said to be a truly beautiful flower. Flower lovers who have grown Echeveria 'Yudie' may know it as a flower that inevitably dies in summer! Caring for it really makes you feel a bit impulsively awkward!
Echeveria 'Yudie' (Graptopetalum paraguayense)
Summer survival guide:
1. Garden soil is a good thing
Generally, the best soil for growing Echeveria 'Yudie' is natural garden soil. Although this flower is beautiful, it needs lazy care! The more you let it be, the easier it is to keep alive. If you want nutrient-rich soil conditions to help it grow better, adding an appropriate amount of fertilizer will make it grow more and more vigorously.
2. The key role of ventilation
The most common state of Echeveria 'Yudie' is clustering, so maintaining good ventilation is a very important step. After watering, if ventilation is not done well, a certain level of temperature and humidity will easily cause black rot. The most suitable place to put it is a balcony with good ventilation.
Echeveria 'Xiaohongyi' (Echeveria 'Minibelle'):
The most headache-inducing one may be Echeveria 'Xiaohongyi' (Echeveria 'Minibelle')! Summer temperature and humidity conditions fluctuate between good and bad, which is extremely unfavorable for the growth of Echeveria 'Xiaohongyi'. So caring for it is truly a helpless act!
5. Echeveria 'Xiaohongyi' (Echeveria 'Minibelle')
Summer survival guide:
1. Must ventilate
The growth of Echeveria 'Xiaohongyi' is quite demanding regarding ventilation conditions. What must be ensured is good ventilation, whether you place it on a balcony, indoors, or in a cool outdoor spot; ventilation work must be done well!
2. Best to water less
When caring for flowers in summer, water accumulation inevitably occurs. In fact, water accumulation is the most terrifying, and at the same time summer temperatures are relatively high, so with the vitality of Echeveria 'Xiaohongyi', the possibility of dying off is high. So spraying an appropriate amount of water on the leaf surface every day is key; just keep the potting soil slightly moist.
Swedish Magic Man (Echeveria 'Swedish Magic'): the water-melting king!
Every time Magic Man is mentioned, Huahua thinks of the fear of being dominated by it every summer! This Magic Man is just too easy to melt into water; with the slightest inattention, it completely melts into water and dies!
6. Swedish Magic Man (Echeveria 'Swedish Magic')
Summer survival guide:
1. Pay attention to cooling
Magic Man, this name really sounds domineering. But what you wouldn't expect is that summer is the least suitable for its growth; it fears heat! So in summer, cooling is crucial. In too hot summers, placing it in an air-conditioned room is also okay.
2. Avoid exposure to strong sun
Magic Man most fears high temperatures. So in the hot summer, what must be avoided is direct sunlight. Placed indoors, be sure to ensure good ventilation conditions, and it can receive suitable indirect light. Exposure to strong sun is absolutely not allowed; that would directly kill it!
7. Echeveria 'Shuangzhichao' (Echeveria 'Frosty Morn'):
At first, Echeveria 'Shuangzhichao' was not difficult to get through summer. Later, after personally growing several pots, I truly felt it, and can only share my experience.
Echeveria 'Shuangzhichao' (Echeveria 'Frosty Morn')
Summer survival guide:
1. Ventilation and sun shading
Summer is not going to let you have an easy time. Especially the midday sun, which is abundant and poisonous. So for plants on the balcony, be sure to do a good job of shading; if conditions allow, you can absolutely pull up a double-layer shade net to ensure its normal growth.
2. Water less
Summer is the dormant period for most succulents, and remember that during this period you must water less. If you water too much, leaf drop will occur. The most suitable watering frequency is twice a month; water thoroughly each time, and the next time wait until the potting soil is slightly dry before watering again.
8. First Love (Echeveria 'First Love'):
First Love, truly a very beautiful name. Beauties are ill-fated, and it is very hard for it to get through summer! It is also indispensable on the list of those that inevitably die in summer.
First Love (Echeveria 'First Love')
Summer survival guide:
1. Shade and ventilate
In summer, First Love is still relatively fragile, so ventilation and sun-shading work must be done well. Shading with a sun umbrella, pulling up a shade net for shade, both are okay. At the same time, ensure good ventilation conditions, and no matter how fragile its vitality is, it still will not fail to grow well.
2. Control your hands and water less!
Summer temperatures will be relatively high, and it will also be dry. At this time, First Love will enter a brief dormant period. During the dormant period, First Love is best kept with the potting soil slightly on the dry side. Be sure to remember: water more, and First Love will definitely die off quickly!