How to care for succulent peach egg in summer

Peach Egg is a succulent plant of the Crassulaceae family. It is one of the varieties of pink succulents and has excellent ornamental value. However, it is difficult for the peach egg plant to survive the summer, and it will easily die if you are not careful when taking care of it in the summer. How to care for these succulent peach eggs in summer? Let’s learn more about it below.

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1. Sun protection

The sun is strong in summer, so you should avoid exposing the succulent peach egg to the sun for a long time. You can place it in semi-shade or use a shade net to filter the sunlight to reduce the risk of leaf sunburn.

2. Control the temperature

The succulent peach egg likes a warm environment, but in the high temperature of summer, too high temperature will cause damage to it. Therefore, when caring for it in summer, try to avoid exposing the succulent peach egg to high temperature environments. You can place it in a well-ventilated area or use a fan to lower the temperature.

3. Reduce watering

In summer, the succulent peach egg will enter a dormant period. The frequency of watering should be controlled to keep the soil slightly moist. Generally speaking, water 1-2 times a week, and water thoroughly each time to allow the water to penetrate deep into the soil.

4. Reasonable fertilization

In summer, you can apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month. It is best to choose organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer , and avoid using too much nitrogen fertilizer, otherwise it will cause the leaves to become soft and green. Fertilization should be done after watering to avoid direct contact of fertilizer with the roots, which may cause root burn.

5. Plant treatment

Before the hot weather arrives, break off the shriveled and severely aged leaves at the bottom of the peach egg, leaving only the plump, strong, mature leaves and new leaves on top. This will greatly reduce the chances of leaf drop, black rot, and waterlogging in summer.

6. Reproduction method

Beheading, cuttings and leaf cuttings can all make the peach eggs grow into multiple heads, but the survival rate of cuttings and leaf cuttings is very low, so beheading is generally used for reproduction in summer. While improving the survival rate, it also ensures the later growth of the peach eggs.

In general, summer is the growing season for peach eggs and also a critical period for maintenance. Only by doing the above maintenance work and providing a comfortable growth environment for the succulent peach egg can we ensure its safety during the summer.