How Do I Care For Succulents?

Do you make sure your succulents get enough sunlight?

Do you rotate or change the position of the succulents regularly?

Do you water the succulents properly and according to the season?

Do you water the succulents by directly pouring the water onto the soil?

Do you keep you succulents clean from dust?

Did you plant your succulents in a container which has drainage holes?

Succulents love light and need about six hours of sun per day, depending on the type of succulent. Newly planted succulents can scorch in direct sunlight, so you may need to gradually introduce them to full sun exposure or provide shade with a sheer curtain.

Succulents love direct sun, but if yours is sitting in the same exact spot day after day, it's likely that only one side is getting enough light. Succulents will lean towards the sun, so rotating them will help them stand up straight.

Succulents need more energy when they're in a period of growth. During the spring and summer, the plants are thriving and drinking up much more water than when they're resting in the fall and winter. Over-watering can kill your succulent, so make sure you let the soil dry between watering.

When you water your succulents, soak the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes. Don’t use a spray bottle to water your succulents—misting can cause brittle roots and moldy leaves . You can also place pots in a pan of water and allow the water to absorb through the drainage hole.

Wipe off the leaves and spines gently with a damp cloth. Inevitably, your indoor plants will gradually pick up dust on their surface, which can inhibit their growth.

Succulents don’t like to sit in waterlogged soil, so drainage is important to prevent rot. Your container should have a drainage hole to allow excess water to escape.

The most important thing for planting succulents is choosing the right soil. Succulents need soil that drains, so regular potting soil—or dirt from your yard—won’t do. Moreover, keep your succulents clean and away from bugs.