What type of succulent do I have?
clarissa_hornback
7 years ago
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Comments (5)If you leave it as is, the stems may be too weak to hold up. Best would be to prune them and pot all the prunings for new plants. I would leave original stems in the soil 'cause they may grow babies either from the stem or from the roots - I am not sure what the plant is, so can't tell. And definitely put all in more light to avoid same stretching, just acclimatize them to more light.Here is one of the succulents that grows easily from stem after being 'beheaded' (this is Graptoveria 'Fred Ives'):...See MoreWhat type of succulent do I have?
Comments (12)They were, unfortunately, that bad when I got them just a few hours ago. These were the only type of succulents left for sale, so I picked them up hoping they'd be able to start looking better if I took proper care of it. They were 50 cents each, so I'm not all too worried if they die, I just hope I'll be able to see them grow to look a little better. By suitable soil, does that mean that gardening soil works for these guys?...See MoreWhat type of succulent do I have?
Comments (3)Here's some care tips: Pot into a tight fitting pot, with just about half an inch to an inch from the plant and pot rim. Use well draining soil, I suggest 50/50 cactus and succulent soil and perlite. You can subsitute the perlite with pumice. You could also use chicken grit, mixed with perlite or pumice. Make sure your pot has a drainage hole, I prefer terracotta pots. Water whenever you feel the plant is thirsty, not on a schedule. Keep in mind succulents don't like a lot of water or they will rot, so probably every 10 days. Put in very bright sun, it will seemingly get taller with the leaves having more space in between if it is not getting proper light. I recommend outside. Usually windows don't have strong enough light. Enjoy your plant:)...See MoreWhat type of succulent do I have?
Comments (1)I'll guess Echeveria or Sediveria (Sedum / Echeveria hybrid). Can't narrow it down more than that, sorry....See Moreclarissa_hornback
7 years ago
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