Succulent Care Made Easy
Have you ever seen a succulent and thought to yourself, “How the heck do I care for that?” If so, this blog is for you. Succulents are plants that have thick leaves or stems filled with water-storing cells which allow them to survive in low-water environments. They also come in a variety of colors and shapes!
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1. Water
Overwatering is the number one cause of death for succulents.
Learn how often and how much to water your succulents so they can keep on thriving.
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2. Light
How much light should you give your succulents? Too little, and they etiolate. Too much, and they burn.
Find out what’s the right balance in this article.
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3. Soil
Succulents need special soil to grow. Wrong soil often leads to rot and eventually death in succulents.
Learn what’s the best soil you should use for your succulents.
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4. Pots
Where you plant your succulent plays a huge role in its survival. It is always recommended to use pots with drainage holes.
However, if your pot does not have a drainage hole, we have some tips for you.
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5. Fertilizer
What is the best succulent fertilizer and should you be using it?
When and how often should you fertilize succulents?
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6. Propagation
Find out how to make more succulent babies by propagating in soil and in water.
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Identify Your Plant
Common Succulent Troubles
White Fuzz
Find out what these cottony stuff are and how to remove them
Black Leaves
There are 4 main causes for succulent leaves turning black
Brown Spots
The appearance of brown spots in a succulent is certainly a cause for concern
Splitting Leaves
For the most part, the splitting of succulent leaves is a result of excessive care
Dropping Leaves
These 7 care mistakes can cause succulents to shed their leaves
Root Rot
Learn how to detect root rot in your succulents before things get out of hand
Yellowing Leaves
If your succulent leaves are yellowing, what you do next is vital
Aerial Roots
Why succulents grow aerial roots and if you should cut them
Etiolation / Stretching
Why succulents stretch out and what you can do about it
Resources & Buying Guides
LED Grow Lights
Grow lights are almost a necessity for indoor succulents
Succulent Soil
These 6 are by far the best soils for succulents in pots
Fertilizers
At Succulent Alley, we research and review the 5 best fertilizers for succulents
Cactus Gloves
We’ve compiled a list of some of the toughest gloves on the market
Pots
Check out the different types of pots with drainage holes for your succulents
Books
If you love reading books on succulents, here are some you will enjoy