How to grow purple mist succulents? How to grow purple mist succulents?

Purple Mist is a succulent plant of the Crassulaceae family, a hybrid of the Gorgeous Windmill and the Misty Moon. It has thick leaves, a flat leaf surface, a rosette shape, and a layer of white frost covering the entire plant. The leaves are usually gray-blue, but if the environment is right, the leaves will turn light pink or pink-purple.

What kind of pot should I use for Purple Mist Succulent

Purple Mist is a medium-sized variety that is easy to grow side branches and form old piles. Its ovate leaves are arranged in a rosette shape and are relatively thick. The back of the leaves is triangular and the front end of the leaves gradually points. The leaves are covered with pink, and the leaves are gray-blue to light pink.

Purple mist succulent cultivation

1. Growth environment

   Purple Mist likes a warm, well-lit environment, and the suitable growth temperature is 18-25℃ . The temperature in winter cannot be lower than 10℃ , otherwise it is easy to be frostbitten. In spring and autumn, the temperature is suitable, and the growth rate of Purple Mist is vigorous in these two seasons, so you must grasp it well.

2. Soil

   If you want the purple mist succulent to bloom faster, you need to choose the right soil. Home potting can be made with a mixture of peat soil, vermiculite, and perlite . In addition, the proportion of peat soil is slightly higher, which is conducive to the healthy growth of the purple mist root system. As long as the root system is strong, the purple mist will grow very fast.

3. Moisture

   Spring and autumn are the peak seasons for the growth of Purple Mist, so water is essential in these two seasons and watering is required . During the normal growth period, water Purple Mist thoroughly when the soil is dry to maintain a certain humidity. Watering can be done in the morning or evening.

4. Lighting

   Purple Mist is a succulent plant that likes light. Spring and autumn are the peak growth seasons for Purple Mist. It is recommended to place the Purple Mist potted plant in a bright place to allow it to receive sufficient light . Not only will the leaves become full and upright, but it will also help the Purple Mist to change color.

Purple Mist Maintenance Precautions

Purple Mist likes a dry environment and is afraid of moisture and lack of ventilation. If the ventilation is poor during the growth period, the plant is prone to powdery mildew, aphids, etc. If the environment is well ventilated, pests and diseases can be greatly reduced.

After watering the purple mist, you must also maintain a ventilated and cool environment to avoid the purple mist from rotting due to lack of ventilation. Especially in the hot summer, do not water at noon to prevent it from becoming "boiled meat". Be sure to increase ventilation. And in the rainy season, do not let it get wet all the time to prevent water accumulation in the pot, which will cause the purple mist to rot and black rot.