How to water succulent plants in summer?

Many people think that it is best not to buy succulents to grow in the summer, because they are worried that succulents cannot adapt to high temperatures and will not easily adapt to the pot. But in fact, if you do the correct maintenance work, such as watering, it is easy for succulents to survive the summer safely. So how do you water succulents in the pot in summer? Let’s learn more about it below.

How to water succulent plants in summer?

It is recommended to plant the succulents you buy at home in moist soil to ensure their survival. Spray the soil until it is evenly moist before potting, let it sit for two hours to allow water vapor to penetrate, and then plant it to ensure that the humidity in the soil is appropriate to improve safety. The following three key points should be paid attention to when watering during the basin period:

1. Succulent plants do not need frequent watering during the acclimatization period. The frequency of watering can be determined based on the plant's water needs and ambient humidity. Generally speaking, water after the soil surface is dry, and just keep the soil slightly moist.

2. After the succulent plants have adapted to the pot, they do not need to be watered in large quantities immediately. You can choose to mist the environment around to increase humidity, or use a pointed nozzle to water along the edge of the flower pot.

3. After watering, make sure that water does not accumulate at the bottom of the pot to avoid prolonged water accumulation. You can place the pot on a stand over the drainage hole to allow excess water to drain out on its own.

How to judge whether succulents are adapting to the pot?

1. Observation status

Observe the condition of the succulent itself and look at the leaves on the edges of the succulent. Because they have no root system, they can only rely on old, weak and sick leaves to provide energy. If the leaves on the edges are dry and the leaves in the middle are firm, it means that the plant has almost adapted to the pot.

2. Check for grip

Use your hand to gently flick or tap the succulent to feel whether the plant has a grip on the soil. If not, it may be that the plant's root system is not well developed or even not developed at all, which also means that it has not acclimatized and you need to wait quietly. If the plant is somewhat elastic and the roots feel firmly grasping the soil, it has adapted to the pot and you can gradually resume normal care.

3. Look at the aerial roots

Many succulent varieties are more likely to develop air roots. For example, Rainbow Jade, Jelly Maiden Heart, Ji Longyue, and Allen. If the succulents you just bought start to grow aerial roots after being placed in the pot, then you can judge with certainty that the succulents have adapted to the pot.

In general, it is generally recommended not to water succulents immediately within 20 days to 1 month after they are potted, so that the plants have enough time to take root. Once the plant shows signs of rooting, it has adapted to the pot and you can gradually resume normal watering.