How to grow Raul succulents

Growing conditions of Raul succulents

Raul succulent likes a dry, well-ventilated and well-lit environment. It cannot tolerate exposure to the sun. If the temperature is above 35 degrees in summer, ventilation and shading are required. The suitable temperature for growth is 0-30 degrees. It is suitable for planting in loose, well-drained soil. Take measures to keep warm in winter, and it is best not to keep it in an environment below 0 degrees.

How to grow Raul succulent

Raul succulent likes a ventilated and breathable environment. It can be grown outdoors or with windows opened frequently. The soil for cultivation should be carefully selected, and some river sand and vermiculite can be added appropriately. Except for the summer when it needs shade, it can get sufficient sunlight at other times. It has good drought resistance, but there must also be enough water in the soil. It can be watered once every 7-10 days during the growing season.

Raul succulent watering

Raul succulent is not tolerant of waterlogging. During the growing period, just keep the soil in the pot moist. Water it about 3 times a month. Avoid rain and do not overwater. You don’t need to water it in winter. Keep the soil in the pot dry and it can safely survive the winter.

Fertilizing succulents

Raul succulent does not require much fertilizer, and it is not advisable to apply too much fertilizer. A thin layer of fertilizer mainly composed of phosphorus and potassium can be applied once a month, and the use of nitrogen fertilizer should be controlled to avoid causing the plant to grow too tall and the leaves to not be red.

Pest and disease control of Raul succulents

When a small number of scale insects are found on Raul, manual pest control can be adopted. Use a brush to brush the insects and then rinse them with water. If the number is large, the diseased leaves can be trimmed off, and then the diseased area can be sprayed with Flower Protector or root irrigation to kill them. If black rot occurs, the rotten part can be cut off and a small amount of fungicide can be applied to the cut.

Raul succulents family cultivation method

The soil for maintaining Raul potted plants can be mixed with perlite, peat soil and charcoal to ensure sufficient permeability. Except for summer, it can be exposed to normal light in the other two seasons. After the soil is dry, it can be watered thoroughly once. Generally, water it once every 5 days and fertilize it about every 10 days. Pay attention to use light fertilizer, maintain good ventilation, and control the temperature within an appropriate range.

Precautions for caring for Raul succulents

Raul succulent cannot tolerate the strong light in summer. Do not expose it to the sun, as this will cause burns to the leaves and reduce its ornamental value. Spring is the peak growth period. Water it in time and do not cut off water. Fertilizers and pesticides should not be used casually. It is best to use stable controlled fertilization and use pesticides as little as possible.