How to cultivate Chihuahua succulents

Chihuahua Succulent Growth Conditions

Chihuahua succulents are suitable for growing in loose, fertile and well-drained soil. The suitable temperature for its growth is within the range of 20~28℃. It likes sunlight very much, and it is very important to receive sufficient scattered light every day.

How to raise Chihuahua succulents

The soil for breeding Chihuahuas can be made by mixing garden soil, leaf mold, river sand, vermiculite, perlite, and granular soil. In summer, special attention should be paid to ventilation and water control. In the case of insufficient light, the plant shape will easily become loose, the leaves will be lighter in color, and it will grow tall. In addition, fertilize once every 20 to 30 days.

Chihuahua succulent watering

Chihuahua succulents need sufficient water to grow. Spring and autumn are the growing seasons, so you must give them enough water. You can water them when the soil is almost dry.

Fertilizing Chihuahua Succulents

The growth and development of the succulent Chihuahua is relatively slow, so it is only necessary to fertilize it once every 20 to 30 days. The fertilizer should not be too concentrated. You can buy slow-moving fertilizer on the market and dilute it before adding.

Chihuahua Succulent Disease and Pest Control

Chihuahua succulents cared for at home are easily invaded by diseases and pests such as rust and black weevils, which slow down their growth. At this time, you can use thiophanate-methyl wettable powder mixed with water to spray for prevention and control.

How to raise Chihuahua succulents at home

1. Lighting

Chihuahua succulents like sunlight, so for daily care, you need to move the potted plants to the best light place indoors. More sunlight can make the leaves of the plants color quickly, making the leaves bright and shiny. Wait until summer to provide appropriate shade to prevent the plants from being sunburned and getting sunburn.

2. Temperature

Chihuahua succulents like cool environments and are particularly afraid of hot and humid climates, so you must pay attention to ventilation in the maintenance environment in summer. When the plant is dormant, you must control the water appropriately or even cut off the water to allow it to safely spend the summer. In winter, just ensure that the maintenance temperature is above 5°C.

3. Watering

Spring and autumn are the peak growth seasons for Chihuahua succulents. You can wait for the soil to dry out and then water it thoroughly. If the flowerpot is small, it is usually watered once a week. When the temperature is high in summer and low in winter, observe that the outermost leaves of the plant are wrinkled, and water less along the edge of the pot.

4. Fertilization

Chihuahua succulents do not have high demands for fertilizer and water. When repotting in spring every year, you can apply sufficient base fertilizer to the soil, such as burying a little Aolv slow-release fertilizer. Change the potting soil once a year. No topdressing is required during the growth period of Chihuahua.

Chihuahua Succulent Care Precautions

In summer, you should observe the growth of Chihuahua succulents frequently. Once you find water melting, stop watering immediately and increase ventilation. When the weather is dry, you can sprinkle water around the Chihuahua plants. However, water must not accumulate on the leaves and leaf centers, otherwise it will cause heart rot. Maintain good ventilation.