Most succulents are easy to grow as houseplants. This guide on watering succulents indoors will keep yours alive and growing!
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Succulent houseplants can easily “mush out” from watering too often and/or being kept too wet.
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1) Let your succulents dry out before watering them againBecause they store water in all parts of the plant, frequent watering will do them in.
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2) Water your succulents less often in winter months. Adjust the watering schedule for those cooler, darker winter months. Your succulents will need less water at this time.
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3) Select pots with drainage holesIt’s best if the pots your succulents are growing in have drainage holes. This ensures water flows out and prevents excess water from building up in the bottom of the pot.
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4) Use a special soil mixSucculents like and do best in a special soil mix. It ensures good drainage and aeration which the roots need. There are many brands on the market.
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5) Make sure all of the soil is dryJust because the top of the soil is dry, it doesn’t mean the rest of the soil is. The majority of the roots are in the bottom half so thoroughly check the soil mass if you can.
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6) Don’t use a spray bottlePut the spray bottle away – succulents don’t need misting. Don’t drench the leaves! If you spill some water on the leaves, no worries. Just drain it off.
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7) Monitor the temperatureThe temperature comes into play. If you keep it cooler, then water less often. If you’re like me and you keep yours warmer, you’ll probably have to water more often.