How often should I water my succulents in summer?

How often should succulents be watered in summer?

There are many varieties of succulents, and most of them are not water-loving plants. They have low requirements for water. Generally, they only need to be watered once a week. Water accumulation is not allowed, otherwise the roots will easily rot. Water must not accumulate in the soil in summer. In addition, succulents that have just been potted should not be watered thoroughly immediately.

Key points for watering succulents in summer

1. Watering time

When watering succulents in the summer, in order to prevent the plants from rotting, the number of waterings should not be too many. Generally, watering once to three times a month is sufficient.

2. Watering amount

In summer, when the temperature is high, you should water the succulents along the edge of the pot. The amount of watering should not be too much, and it does not need to be drenched, allowing the water to diffuse in the soil by itself.

The correct way to water succulents

1. Watering in spring : Succulent plants should be watered in spring according to the dryness and wetness of the potting soil. Each time you water them, you should water them thoroughly. If it is the rainy season, it doesn’t matter if you don’t water them.

2. Watering in winter : The temperature is low in winter, the growth of succulents is slow, and the demand for water is relatively small. Watering is mainly by spraying, and you can water it appropriately at noon.

3. Watering in autumn : Autumn is relatively dry, but it is also the growing season for succulents. They need to be watered once a week so that the leaves will become thicker more easily.