How to grow Echeveria "Sword Sinova" so it turns black? Detailed care methods
To grow Echeveria "Sword Sinova" into black, you need to do a good job with light, temperature, watering and repotting care measures. In spring, autumn and winter it can be given all-day sunlight, while in summer provide appropriate shading. Keep the potting soil moist each time, avoiding waterlogging. Keep it warm in winter and cool it down in summer, regularly change to fresh potting soil, and loosen the soil every so often to keep it airy and loose.
Methods for growing Echeveria "Sword Sinova" into black
1. Light
Echeveria "Sword Sinova" likes to grow in an environment with relatively sufficient light, so to grow it into black you must give it enough sunlight. For example, in spring, autumn and winter it can receive normal all-day sunlight, while in summer, because the light is relatively strong, you should provide appropriate shading and prohibit long-term exposure to the sun.
2. Temperature
Echeveria "Sword Sinova" likes to grow in a warm environment, so in the cold winter season you should take good warmth measures, for example placing it in a bright spot indoors. In summer you should take cooling measures, such as spraying water around it to help lower the temperature. Maintaining a suitable temperature this way can promote the development of black colour.
3. Watering
Echeveria "Sword Sinova" is a relatively drought-tolerant plant, so in normal watering follow the principle of not watering until dry, and watering thoroughly when you do. When the potting soil is relatively dry, you can water it slightly, just keeping the potting soil moist. Be careful never to cause waterlogging, to avoid root rot.
4. Repotting
If you want to grow Echeveria "Sword Sinova" into black, you must repot it regularly. The soil should preferably be a sandy soil that is loose and airy, well-draining and rich in humus. After changing to fresh potting soil, loosen the soil every so often to keep the roots airy and able to breathe, which helps it grow blacker and more vivid.