How to Choose Succulents? Eight Methods to Pick Healthy Succulents

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To grow succulents well, you have to choose the right ones. Only healthy, sturdy succulents will get better and better through your continuous cultivation. Currently most people choose to buy succulents online, but in fact, picking them in person at a flower market or a succulent greenhouse is the best option. Many succulent lovers may not know how to choose their plants, so here are ten little tips for picking succulents.

As usual, let's first answer readers' questions!

Is there a good way to get out of the hobby? Regarding this question, Succulent Flower Guest would like to say: I don't know why this succulent lover wants to quit. Isn't growing succulents a good thing? There could be all kinds of reasons, but just jump right out of the hobby. It's not that hard. Actually, I don't know how you want to get out of the hobby, or whether you're even really in it. When I get out of the hobby, I'll let you know.

One, variety. Why put variety first? Because when choosing succulents, we always consider the variety first and go for the ones we like. But you must understand the characteristics of that variety, the environment suitable for growing it, and all aspects of its care. So when choosing, first consider the variety, and choosing the one that suits you best is the best choice.

Two, root system. Once the variety is chosen, we need to select based on the succulent itself. Generally, flower markets or greenhouses don't allow you to look directly at the roots, but it should be mentioned here that for better planting after you get it home, it's best to choose a succulent with intact roots and fibrous roots. Such a succulent will grow very well.

Three, leaves. As mentioned above regarding roots, some places don't allow it or you can't see them, so we can judge by the leaves of the succulent. The health level of a succulent can be judged from its leaves and color. This goes without saying; most succulent lovers can tell.

Four, soil. Checking the soil is necessary. Many potted succulents in various places use ordinary soil. When choosing a succulent, it's best to look at the soil, including its moisture level and composition. This way you can understand the succulent.

Five, looseness. When choosing a succulent, you can gently shake it a bit to check how firmly it's rooted, which is directly related to repotting. If it wobbles quite a lot, it's best not to choose it; if it's fairly firm or tight, then that's the succulent for us.

Six, bare roots. When choosing a succulent, it's best not to choose one with bare roots, though most online purchases are shipped bare-root. A potted succulent is most suitable for beginners. If you have the chance to choose in person, it's best to pick one already potted, as this saves time and the succulent grows more safely. (Most flower markets and greenhouses have potted succulents.)

Seven, arrangements. Unless you have special requirements, it's best not to choose an arranged succulent. Many new succulent lovers like to choose pre-arranged succulents. This can be a bit difficult for beginners to manage, so when choosing succulents, a single pot is best.

Eight, condition. Why mention condition last? Because it's not that crucial. Everyone who grows succulents wants to grow them to a beautiful state, but the reason to mention it here is that many places now use chemicals to make succulents show their colors and variegation. Be sure not to choose such succulents. After all, they've been treated with chemicals.

The few little methods above will surely help you pick out good succulents that suit you. In fact, succulents have no distinction of noble or humble; grown well, they're all beautiful. Choosing a healthy succulent is an important step in starting your succulent-growing journey.

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