Classic succulents: you can't go wrong with one of these

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When it comes to "chubby" succulents, I believe everyone is familiar with them. As plants that have swept the entire gardening world in recent years, succulents have captured the hearts of many friends with their cute and adorable appearance. As succulent varieties continue to multiply, the choices available to succulent lovers naturally keep growing. Even so, there are still some classic varieties that succulent lovers cannot forget. So next, let me introduce some classic succulent varieties. You can't go wrong with one of these, so let's take a look!

Echeveria 'Secunda' (Jingye)

First, Echeveria 'Secunda' (Jingye): [Classic rating: ★★★★★] Echeveria 'Secunda' can be called a classic among common varieties. Its round, jelly-colored leaves with red tips are extremely cute, making it a favorite of many friends. During the care of Echeveria 'Secunda', the soil should be kept moist during its growing season, avoiding waterlogging. In other seasons, water according to how dry or humid the season is: water more when the weather is dry, and appropriately reduce watering frequency when the weather is humid. When summering, Echeveria 'Secunda' enters a dormant state; if placed outdoors, it can easily be scorched to death by the sun, so we should place it in a shaded spot to avoid direct sunlight, and also pay attention to watering frequency. Summer weather is humid, so watering about once a month is roughly enough. When overwintering, Echeveria 'Secunda' can tolerate low temperatures of around -2°C (indoor temperature); any lower and the growing point at the tip of the leaf will suffer frost damage and dry up and die. Basically cut off water throughout winter, and water should be cut off once temperatures drop below 5°C.

Haworthia fasciata (Zebra Haworthia)

Second, Haworthia fasciata (Zebra Haworthia): [Classic rating: ★★★★] Haworthia fasciata is also a classic succulent. Its thick, fleshy leaves inlaid with band-like white star spots look fresh and elegant, making it very suitable for decorating a desk. During the care of Haworthia fasciata, its main growing seasons are spring and autumn, when it should be given sufficient light, as photosynthesis can promote the accumulation of nutrients. In summer, when both temperature and light intensity are very high, it is best to place the plant in a semi-shaded spot for care. If it is to be placed outdoors, it should be properly shaded, usually 50% shade is best, as the leaf color produced this way will look very nice. In winter, it should be placed in a bright indoor spot for care, paying attention to temperature control and often turning the direction of the pot so the plant receives even light. It prefers a relatively dry environment; continuous rainy days make it very prone to pests and diseases, so try to let Haworthia fasciata get rained on as little as possible, and do not sprinkle water on it at night; just keep it dry.

Pachyphytum 'Amethystinum' (Peach Beauty)

Third, Pachyphytum 'Amethystinum' (Peach Beauty): [Classic rating: ★★★★★] Peach Beauty has thick, pinkish fleshy leaves, and the whole plant is like a graceful work of art, so it is deeply favored by succulent enthusiasts and is also a classic succulent. During the care of Peach Beauty, it likes a sunny and warm environment. In a environment with abundant light, the color becomes more pink and vivid, and the plant shape is more beautiful and compact. Therefore, in home cultivation, we should place them in an open space that can receive sufficient light. Like other succulents, Peach Beauty is relatively drought-tolerant and likes a dry environment. Therefore, adhere to the principle of "water thoroughly when dry," and do not water when not dry. If there is too much moisture, the leaves will drop; as long as you water less often normally, this situation can be greatly avoided.

Echeveria 'Laurensis' (Lawrence)

Fourth, Echeveria 'Laurensis' (Lawrence): [Classic rating: ★★★] Lawrence is a succulent that very easily develops its best colors. Its leaves are covered with a thin powder, it summers relatively easily, and it has high ornamental value, making it very classic as well. During the care of Lawrence, it is easy to maintain; when summering, pay attention to appropriate shading, ventilation and water control. If Lawrence gets too little sunlight, it easily turns green. Apart from appropriate shading in summer, it can receive full sunlight or be grown outdoors in the other seasons. For the soil mix when planting Lawrence, you can choose loose, breathable media, such as a mix of peat/coco coir and granular soil, with the granular soil proportion able to be relatively high.

Echeveria 'Guanghan Gong' (White Cloud)

Fifth, Echeveria 'Guanghan Gong' (White Cloud): [Classic rating: ★★★★] White Cloud is one of the famous "three fairy" thin-leafed succulents. Its leaves are blue with a hint of pink, and the edges are slightly pink, making it look super ethereal. It is a succulent that carries its own fairy aura, so it is naturally a classic variety. During the care of White Cloud, succulents that usually grow quickly are not too difficult to maintain, and White Cloud is the same. In California, USA, many White Clouds are grown outdoors, so in terms of care, pay attention to a loose, breathable soil mix, water thoroughly when the soil is dry, and give plenty of light or even grow it outdoors in non-summer seasons; usually White Cloud will reward you with surprises. Because White Cloud is usually still in a growing state in summer, it should also be given an appropriate amount of light and water; otherwise, with insufficient light, the leaves of White Cloud may curl downward, "putting on a skirt." But at the same time, White Cloud is also a variety that can very easily rot at the end of summer if you are not careful, so do not, just after the Start of Autumn, boldly water and boldly expose it to the sun in terms of care, as this easily causes rot. It is recommended that before October, it be treated as if still summering, with appropriate water control and a moderate amount of light.

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