Did you placed your flapjack in a place with lots of bright indirect sunlight?
Is your succulent planted in a well-drained soil mix?
Did you provide a warm and dry environment for your succulent?
Do you water your plant frequently?
Do you fertilize your plant excessively?
Do you keep your plant free of pests and diseases?
Flapjack succulent is native to South Africa and the surrounding areas, so it likes a lot of sunlight. It can do fine in a partial sun position too, but full sun is preferred. If the plant gets enough light during the cooler winter months, its green leaves are more likely to develop the red tips that it's known for.
Flapjack Succulents prefer well-drained soil. A sandy or loamy variety that doesn't retain too much moisture will help ensure they thrive. If your plant is being grown indoors, make sure the pot you use has good drainage.
Like most succulents, flapjacks thrive in dry and hot regions. They aren't cold-hardy, so they're most often kept as house plants. If winter temperatures drop below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, keeping them as an indoor plant, or bringing them inside over winter is recommended. They're also not suited to very humid climates. Their natural environments are dry, arid landscapes.
Flapjacks are drought-tolerant plants, and you should be careful not to overwater them. Make sure you allow the soil to dry out fully before rewatering deeply when the weather is hot. During the winter, they will need minimal watering or none at all.
Your Flapjack Succulent will appreciate being fed a balanced and diluted fertilizer during its growth period over the spring and summer. Once every couple of months should be more than enough. Over-fertilizing, just like over-watering, can result in root rot or the formation of powdery mildew on these succulents.
Good job! You are taking good care of your flapjack succulent.
Indoor plants like flapjacks are usually safe from pests, but keep an eye on small insects like aphids or mealybugs. Also, maintain good watering practices to avoid root rot and other fungal problems.
https://www.thespruce.com/flapjack-succulent-plant-profile-5073225
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/kalanchoe/growing-paddle-plants.htm
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