How to water succulents: a beginner's guide

How often should I water my succulents?

It depends on the type of succulent and the size of the container.

In general, you should wait until the soil is completely dry before watering again.

What's the best way to water my succulents?

It's best to water from the bottom up, allowing the roots to soak up the water slowly.

You can do this by placing the pot in a shallow dish of water and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes.

Can I water my succulents with a spray bottle?

It's not recommended to water succulents with a spray bottle, as they need to be watered deeply and a spray bottle doesn't provide enough water.

Do I need to use a specific type of water to water my succulents?

You can use tap water or rainwater to water your succulents.

Just make sure to let the water sit out for 24 hours to allow the chlorine to evaporate before watering.

Is it better to water succulents in the morning or at night?

It's best to water succulents in the morning so that any water on the leaves or in the soil has time to dry before nightfall.

How do I know if I'm overwatering my succulents?

Overwatered succulents may have yellow or brown leaves and mushy stems.

Make sure to let the soil dry out completely before watering again.

Can I add fertilizer to the water when I'm watering my succulents?

It's not necessary to fertilize succulents every time you water them.

In fact, too much fertilizer can harm your plants.

Only fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Should I mist my succulents?

You can, but it won't have any effect.

Succulents need to be watered thoroughly and otherwise prefer dry environments.

Misting doesn't properly water your plant and makes the air less dry.

Can I water succulents from above with a watering can?

You can water succulents from above with a watering can, but make sure to water slowly to mimic the slow soak from the bottom up method.

How long should I wait before watering my newly planted succulents?

It's best to wait at least a week before watering newly planted succulents, to allow them to settle in and for any roots that may have been damaged during planting to heal.

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