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It’s no secret that succulents flourish where most plants would shrivel. While summers are already here and the temperatures are rising, proper care is vital to keep your succulents happy and healthy. Whether your succulents are in the ground or in a container, here are some tips to help keep your succulents vigorous and healthy.
[Watering]Water Them Adequately
These drought-tolerant greens fall in the list of easy-to-care plants, yet most people have a misconception about watering them. They believe succulents don’t need water or can survive on a little amount of water.
Well, the latter is true but to some extent; the chubby leaves of succulents store a lot of water, which means they need watering less frequently than other greens even during Summer. To give you an idea, outdoor or in-ground succulents should be watered at least once every 10 days or 2 weeks to keep them healthy, and once a week for indoor ones.
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So if transplanting to a more hospitable container is not an option for you, make it a habit to check the soil of your succulents now and then to help you determine if they already need to be watered. Do this by simply sticking a finger at least an inch down into it. If the soil feels dry, then it's time for a good soak of water. Otherwise, don't.
Additionally, it is best to water them early in the day so that they dry off and don’t rot.
Read more forSucculent Watering Tips.
[Sunlight and Heat]Ease Your Succulents into the Sunlight and Heat
Since there is more sunlight outdoors in summers, too much heat or sunlight can burn your succulents. Moreover, there is no doubt that succulents growing outdoors are often thriftiest than those growing indoors. Of course, there is more sunlight and better airflow outdoors, which creates ideal growing conditions for these plants.
Move your succulents to a fully shaded area, and then gradually move them into a place with more sunlight. Note that, larger succulents with strong roots can tolerate sun exposures for long, yet ensure to keep these newly planted greens in a shady spot for longer. For baby succulents, keep them in sunlight for an hour or two each week.
Move your succulents to a fully shaded area, and then gradually move them into a place with more sunlight.
Also, the morning sun is the best for them to flourish, especially in the hot days. Take all your indoor succulents out for the summer, but watch for the signs of sunburn that include color change or bleaching.
In case you see any of these signs, move them back to a shady place. If you see your plants are stretched out toward the sun, it indicates that they need more sun; hence, move them to a sunnier place, where they get enough sunlight.
Read more forLight for SucculentsandTemperatures for Succulents
Watch Out For Pests
Although only a few pests bother succulents, they can be annoying and destructive. The most common pests that can harm these plants are mites and mealy bugs. In addition, rodents, and birds can drastically affect plant health as they find succulents a good source of water in dry periods. Moreover, snails love to crawl and munch on the thick leaves, especially newly-grown ones.
To avoid destruction, you can deter these pests with repellants and exclusion; netting around your succulent plant is a good idea to prevent rodents and birds from eating your chubby succulents. That being said, if you see small white fluff mites at the base of your plants or under the pot rim, they’re likely to be the mealy bugs, the most common pest.
You can hose them off or kill them with insecticidal soap. However, make sure to check the roots too; it’s their favorite place to live in.
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FAQs
Make sure your plants are getting plenty of indirect sunlight during this time of year. While succulents tend to need very little water (only water your succulents when the soil has completely dried out), you may notice you're needing to water slightly more often during the summer months.
How to care for succulents in hot weather? ›
Move your succulents to a fully shaded area, and then gradually move them into a place with more sunlight. Also, the morning sun is the best for them to flourish, especially in the hot days. Take all your indoor succulents out for the summer, but watch for the signs of sunburn that include color change or bleaching.
How often should I water succulents in summer? ›
Certain types of succulents require more frequent watering because their leaves are teeny tiny and can't hold as much water compared to other varieties with plump leaves. For these tiny leaf succulents, feel free to give them a drink up to once a week in the non-winter months if they look thirsty.
Can succulents survive outside in summer? ›
A common question is can succulents live outside? The short answer is yes! They thrive in sunny locations with warm, dry climates and can tolerate some neglect, so growing succulents outdoors is a great option. Grow succulents in-ground, in pots, or tuck them away in unexpected planting spots.
Is 90 degrees too hot for succulents? ›
Succulents tend to prefer a temperate climate with the temperatures ranging from 60 to 80°F. Some can tolerate temperatures as low as 40°F or as high as 90°F. Gardeners sometimes use these extreme temperatures to “stress” their succulents into changing color.
Can succulents live in 100 degree weather? ›
Some succulents can handle temperatures well below freezing and some can handle temperatures into the 100s. The easiest way to tell what varieties do well in your particular climate is to drive around and see what types of succulents your neighbors are growing successfully.
Can succulents be in full hot sun? ›
If You're Growing Succulents Outdoors
Midrange succulents may grow well under some shade, such as a tall palm tree. But desert succulents, such as spiny cacti, don't mind as much. An Opuntia, for example, can thrive in full sun with no shade, but it can get thirsty quickly.
Why my succulents are dying in summer? ›
Overwatering: Succulents often die from root rot caused by overwatering, which is indicated by mushy stems and roots, yellow leaves, and dropping leaves.
Should you mist succulents? ›
Water the Soil Directly
When you water your succulents, soak the soil mix 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.
When should you not water succulents? ›
In the winter, succulents go dormant. Growing stops, so you'll only need to water them once or twice for the entire season. One of the easiest ways to kill a succulent is to give it too much water in the winter, so back away from your watering can from November to March. Let your succulent sleep in peaceful aridity.
Your best bet for succulents is to water thoroughly, but less often. Succulents like to dry out between waterings and hate having their roots continuously wet. This is the rule whether the plants are indoors or outdoors. Stay away from ineffective misting that can encourage unhealthy bacteria.
Do succulents do better inside or outside? ›
Yes, in theory they are supposed to be outdoors. But succulents are resilient plants, so they can pretty much survive anywhere with neglect, little access to water, fast draining soil and a solid source of light. If you live in an area that provides the ideal environment for them to thrive outdoors - that's great!
When should succulents be brought inside? ›
If you want to see the best results from bringing your succulents indoors, it's best to move them in before temperatures reach freezing levels. Most varieties of succulents can survive outdoors as long as the temperature does not dip below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
How do I protect my succulents from extreme heat? ›
Two ways to protect your succulents
But don't forget to do it! Move plants out of harsh midday sun and provide more shady hours daily. Cover them. This is advisable for delicate, thin-leaved, in-ground succulents---in particular those you prize---and anything newly planted.
What does a stressed succulent look like? ›
Well-stressed succulents have normal leaf texture and look healthy, but over-stressed plants have blotchy, darkened, wrinkled, or crispy leaves.
How do I know if my succulent is getting too much sun? ›
While some succulents can be planted in bright sunlight, not all can handle full sun (defined as 6+ hours of direct sunlight per day) or can suffer in too much sunlight. Leaves that are sunburned will appear brown or black, and may begin to shrivel or callus.
How do you save an overheated succulent? ›
Treating your Succulent Sunburn
If you get to your succulent during the whitish stage of the burn, there is still time to undo the damage. Get it to a shady spot for a 3-7 days, and moisten the soil immediately if it's dry. The white marks should be less visible or gone completely before putting them out in direct sun.
How to care for succulents outdoors in pots? ›
Your best bet for succulents is to water thoroughly, but less often. Succulents like to dry out between waterings and hate having their roots continuously wet. This is the rule whether the plants are indoors or outdoors. Stay away from ineffective misting that can encourage unhealthy bacteria.
