What are the cultivation methods and precautions of fairy cup

Fairy cup is one of the most succulent plants. Its growth habits are similar to those of most succulent plants. It is also a relatively easy-to-grow succulent plant. As long as you understand its growth habits and care for it according to its growth needs, you can make it grow healthily and vigorously.

How to cultivate fairy cup

1. Soil

To grow fairy cups, you need to use fertile, loose, and breathable soil to keep the plants healthy. Otherwise, the roots will rot, the leaves will become waterlogged, or they will turn black. The soil for growing fairy cups can be a mixture of humus, vermiculite, and perlite in potted plants, which can meet its growth needs.

2. Lighting

Fairy cup is a succulent plant and has a relatively high demand for light. When there is sufficient light, the plant will be healthier, grow faster, and the leaves will be more colorful. The fairy cup needs to be placed in a well-lit place for maintenance and given sufficient light. Shading is needed in the summer.

3. Watering

Like other succulents, fairy cups are also sensitive to water. The soil needs to be kept clean and moist. Watering should be done according to the season. Maintain sufficient moisture in spring and autumn, and control watering in summer and winter.

4. Fertilization

Fairy cup is a relatively large succulent plant, which has a relatively high demand for nutrients. It needs to be fertilized according to its growth conditions. Generally, fairy cup needs to be fertilized in spring and autumn. Some diluted organic fertilizer can be used to maintain sufficient nutrients and better growth.

Precautions for the maintenance of fairy cup

1. Repotting: Fairy cup is a relatively large plant among succulents, and has high requirements for soil. Only a large enough pot can enable it to grow better, so it usually needs to be repotted once a year or so, and new soil should be used when repotting.

2. Light: Although the fairy cup likes light, you also need to be careful not to expose it to strong light, otherwise the plant will easily be sunburned, and the leaves will appear burnt yellow and spotted, affecting its ornamental value. In summer, it is necessary to shade the fairy cup and place it in a place with scattered light and good ventilation.

3. Fertilization: Fertilize the fairy cup in spring and autumn. Do not fertilize in the hot summer or cold winter. High or low temperatures can easily cause fertilizer damage. Also, you need to be careful when fertilizing. Apply thin fertilizers frequently. Do not apply large amounts of fertilizers at one time, and do not allow fertilizer water to drip onto the leaves.