Staff Answer
Jul 03, 2024 - 06:18 AM
First, make sure the plant is receiving enough sunlight. An unobstructed south facing window is ideal for indoor growth. Outdoors, think partial sun. Making sure the plant has enough light helps prevent rot by drying the soil and encouraging the plant to use the water it has available.
Be sure your soil and pot are well draining. If your soil is too gritty it may not hold onto water long enough for the plant to drink. Not gritty enough, and you risk rotting the plant. One part potting soil and two parts mineral grit is a great mix. Miracle Gro's succulent mix may seem rich for most succulents, but it's perfect for Cotyledon pendens.
Tweak your watering a little bit, but be careful. Succulents tolerate underwatering very well, but prolonged underwatering can slow down growth and make the leaves appear shriveled. As long as your soil and light are on point, you should be able to increase your watering frequency without much trouble. When you water, be sure to deeply drench the soil until water comes out the pot's drainage holet.
Be sure your soil and pot are well draining. If your soil is too gritty it may not hold onto water long enough for the plant to drink. Not gritty enough, and you risk rotting the plant. One part potting soil and two parts mineral grit is a great mix. Miracle Gro's succulent mix may seem rich for most succulents, but it's perfect for Cotyledon pendens.
Tweak your watering a little bit, but be careful. Succulents tolerate underwatering very well, but prolonged underwatering can slow down growth and make the leaves appear shriveled. As long as your soil and light are on point, you should be able to increase your watering frequency without much trouble. When you water, be sure to deeply drench the soil until water comes out the pot's drainage holet.
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