What's your question? Ask

Top Questions About Succulent Plants

Click on links below to jump to that question.

Questions About Succulent Plants

  • Answered by
    Heather on
    December 3, 2010
    Certified Expert
    A.

    As long as some part of it is still alive, it can regrow, but be aware that it will look rather shabby for quite some time as it recovers. Sometimes it is just easier to throw the plant out and replace it. Consider how much effort you want to invest.

    To see if your succulent is still alive, check the leaves closest to the center. They will have some "bite" or snap if still alive. Think al dente pasta (but don't eat it, just bend the leaf ;) ). If they are dead, they will be flopy soft. If they are soft, check the base. Same thing. give it a squeeze and it should feel like the base is firm, not soft.

    As long as some part is firm, the plant is alive and can make a recovery, with proper care. The biggest mistake people make with succulents is overcare, which will kill a damaged succulent. Water it properly (when the soil is dry) and keep it in good light. Keep an eye on the weather and do not let it get exposed to sub-freezing weather again.

    Good luck with your plant!

    Was this answer useful?
    00
    Add Answer
Join Us - Sign up to get all the latest gardening tips!
  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    May 26, 2011
    Certified Expert
    A.

    I would increase watering a bit until the plants are established. They need some time to adjust to their new home and get settled and need additional water during this time.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
    Add Answer
  • Answered by
    Heather on
    October 6, 2011
    Certified Expert
    A.

    Typically, plants that do not like much water will be fleshy (like succulents) or will have a thick feel to the foliage.

    Almost all vegetable and fruit plants need lots of water, so you can take those right off the list.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
    Add Answer
  • Answered by
    Heather on
    April 8, 2012
    Certified Expert
    A.

    I am not familiar with this specific plant, but most succulents do like full sun and heat and are drought tolerant so I would suspect that this plant would do well in a container in the location you describe.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
    Add Answer
  • Answered by
    Heather on
    October 18, 2012
    Certified Expert
    A.

    You can try making a cover for the nozzle. A cheap one can be made from a 2 liter bottle. Just cut off the bottom and put the nozzle through the top. Then you can set the cone over the weed and spray. The cone will protect your other plants from herbicide overspray.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
    Add Answer
  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    December 4, 2012
    A.

    Many people recommend using cool white fluorescent alone, or with a small incandescent. I think "grow lights" of many sorts do more for the manufacturers' pockets than for the plants. Of course, you can experiment all you want, remembering that different varieties of succulents have different light needs. Some people are beginning to use LED lights also - happy researching. Try to match your particular specie light requirements with light output of type of bulb.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
  • Answered by
    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    November 20, 2012
    A.

    I had success using regular cool white and warm white flourescent bulbs, one each in a two bulb fixture. The plants were 8" - 18" from the bulbs, depending on their needs.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
    Add Answer
  • Answered by
    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    October 18, 2013
    A.

    It sounds like scale. This article should help identify: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/scale-bug-how-to-control-plant-scale.htm

    In addition to insecticides, both systemic and contact, I've used water pressure to help control scale. If the skin of the cactus or succulent is reasonably tough, I've applied water through a shut-off valve that knocks the scale from the plant. Be careful that the stream of water isn't so hard that it damages the plant. After getting scale from the plant, I usually use both contact and systemic insecticides. In the case of scale, my theory is, "Either kill the scale or kill the plant." Sometimes, if the infestation isn't too large, a toothbrush works well. And, remember, there are several varieties of scale. Color can indicate variety or maturity of insect.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
    Add Answer
1 2 3 … 20

Do you know a lot about gardening?
Become a GKH Gardening Expert

Learn More

OK
X
Join Us - Sign up to get all the latest gardening tips!