Are you looking for some beautiful plants to perk up your home ??
Try succulents!!
What are Succulent Plants?
- Derived from the Latin word sucus which means juice or sap, these are tiny drought-resistant plants that store water. They are considered popular houseplants because they have unique, beautiful, attractive foliage and do not require much care.
What are their characteristics?
Due to their special adaptations such as fleshy leaves & thick stems, they are able to store water & can easily survive in different environments. Various other features of these cute plants are mentioned here:
- Characterized by spiky, needle-shaped or rosette-shaped leaves with beautiful colors.
- Typically have thick leaves, stems or roots, used to store water.
- Common in geographic locations that experience high temperatures with little rainfall.
- Propagate very easily from fallen leaves
Benefits of Succulent Plant
These tiny plants are not just beautiful but beneficial too! Some of their main benefits are listed below
Brighten up home in any climate
- Can easily survive in room temperature environments.
- Due to their hardiness, they have the ability to grow in a wide variety of climates.
- Add beauty to living space any time of the year.
- Also produce flowers and bloom in season, thereby splashing the canvas of home with colour.
Purify the air
- Can remove many VOCs from air.
- Have the ability to absorb carbon dioxide even during night
Improve the humidity of home
- Can help in improvement of common health conditions such as sore throat, common cold, dry cough etc
Require low maintenance
- Since they have fleshy leaves and stems to store water, they can survive long periods, with little or no moisture.
- They require less frequent watering, about once in one or two months in winters and twice a month in summers.
Can be kept almost anywhere
- They can be placed in small pots and kept on table tops, terrace, balcony, bedrooms or can be used for decoration in dining or living areas
Do not attract pests
- They are not prone to pest attacks as most pests are not attracted to succulent plants.
Increase productivity
- Known to improve our mood and concentration.
- Having succulents and cacti in your home or office will also make your day productive, peaceful and rewarding.
Make excellent gifts
- Their tiny, thick and colorful foliage arranged in unique patterns gives them a very cute appearance and hence they are perfect to be gifted to nears and dears as a token of love and gratitude.
What are their care conditions?
They are considered popular houseplants because they have unique, beautiful, attractive foliage and do not require much care. Their simple care requirements are mentioned below
Light
- Their tiny, thick and colorful foliage arranged in unique patterns gives them a very cute appearance and hence they are perfect to be gifted to nears and dears as a token of love and gratitude.
Temperature
- Temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 25ºC are ideal.
Soil
- Grow well in well-drained, gritty or sandy soil.
Water
- Overwatering is the most common cause of their death.
- Allow the soil to dry out completely before watering again (Check using a moisture meter or by sticking your finger 2 inches deep).
- Never let them sit in water to prevent root rot and fungal diseases.
- Water them once in 2 to 3 weeks in more humid areas and once in a week in dry conditions
Fertilizer
- Feed with a diluted fertilizer once in a month during the active growing season (spring and early autumn).
Repotting
- Transplant when needed (depending upon growth), preferably in the early spring, just before the growing season begins. Do not water the plant one week before and after repotting.
Pruning
- Take out dead or damaged leaves and branches during early spring i.e. before the active growing season. Prune flowering varieties during winters or soon after blooming.
Cleaning
- Clean leaves gently with a soft, thin brush. Do not use water for cleaning leaves as it can lead to formation of white spots due to calcium deposits.
Bottom Line
These low-maintenance houseplants are a perfect living centerpiece for your table or eye-catching natural beauty for your window sills! They add a cute colorful ambiance to your sweet home and are a must-have in your home garden.
Apart from taking care of the above mentioned conditions, choosing the right planter is equally important for them. Our unique and elegant 5”x4” and 8”x5” Satopradhan Fabric Grow Bags are ideal for growing small and medium-sized succulent plants and are perfect for adding warmth as well as color to your space! You can check these classy planters on our online store satopradhan.com.
Made from eco-friendly, reusable, and breathable fabric, these grow bags provide optimal water drainage and air circulation to these adorable plants. Their different patterns and elegant colors perfectly pair with the neutral dark grey color of these fabric bags, making them a perfect heartwarming gift for any occasion.
