How to grow succulent mirror

1. Growth habits of succulent mirror

Before cultivating, we must understand the growth habits of the mirror plant, which is the first step in cultivating any plants and flowers! The origin of the mirror plant is the Canary Islands. The climate in this area is dry and hot in summer, with very little rain, and mild and humid in winter. Therefore, the mirror plant likes to grow in a cool and dry environment and needs plenty of sunlight. It can tolerate semi-shaded and arid environments, but cannot tolerate waterlogging.

2. How to grow succulent mirror

Next, let’s take a look at how to raise it. The editor has summarized a few points for your reference!

1. Watering

When watering the Mingjing plant, you must pay attention to the principle of not watering unless the soil is dry, and if you water it, make sure to water it thoroughly. Be sure to avoid stagnant water, otherwise its roots will rot.

2. Lighting

The mirror plant needs plenty of sunlight, especially in winter. It should be placed indoors in a well-lit and ventilated place. Lack of sunlight will cause its leaves to turn yellow.

3. Temperature

The minimum temperature for the growth of Mingjing cannot be lower than about 10 degrees Celsius, so that it can grow normally. However, if the temperature is lower than this, you must water less and keep the soil in the pot dry so that it can hibernate safely. The lowest tolerant temperature of Mingjing is 5 degrees Celsius. If it is lower than 5 degrees Celsius, it will lead to the death of the whole plant.

4. Soil

Mingjing likes fertile, loose and well-drained soil, which can be made by mixing garden soil and river sand evenly. Of course, you can also add some bone meal to increase calcium in the soil. Generally speaking, you should repot the Mingjing plant every one or two years in spring or autumn.

5. Management in summer

The temperature is high in summer, and the mirror plant will grow very slowly or even stop growing completely. At this time, you must place it in a well-ventilated and relatively cool place. It must not be exposed to the scorching sun, and you cannot water it too much, and you must not let it get exposed to the rain, to prevent the mirror plant from rotting. Don't apply fertilizer in the summer. Wait until the temperature drops slowly in autumn and then you can resume normal water and fertilizer management.