Is keeping succulents alive through summer hard? Just put a little of this in the pot and you won't have to worry

The hot summer has arrived, and friends who grow succulents are feeling rather gloomy, always worrying about getting them through the summer. Today, Bai Xiaomei'er is going to discuss with everyone how to get succulents safely through the summer!

First, let's understand the three key elements for succulents in summer: ventilation, water control, and shade!

None of the above three points can be missing. There is a lot of heavy rain in summer, and after the heavy rain the sunlight is quite strong. At this time, succulent growers who keep their plants outdoors need to be careful: heavy watering followed by intense sun makes root rot and black rot with falling leaves very likely, so after summer begins, we do not recommend keeping succulents outdoors.

Try to place the succulents in a spot with good ventilation where they can be shaded. In this season, most succulents need their water stopped, letting them go dormant and store nutrients, and by autumn they will be able to show their most beautiful form.

Besides paying attention to the above three points, the soil for planting succulents is also very important. It must be loose, breathable, and well-draining. We recommend putting some water in a drip tray, spreading a layer of small stones on top, and then placing the succulent pot on it. This can increase air humidity. It avoids root rot in succulents caused by overwatering.

Finally, a reminder: if the succulents at home have flower stalks, it is best to cut them off to avoid unnecessary nutrient consumption.