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The neat thing about the succulent club though, is that there is no contract. Members are billed monthly and can skip whatever month they want. The theme and an example of the kind of plants that'll end up in the club will be revealed 2-3 weeks prior to shipping. This gives members time to decide whether they want that month's plants or not. If they don't want them, they don't have to pay for them.
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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.
IN POTS
- Use a cactus / succulent soil mix from a garden center, e.g. Bonsai Jack Gritty Mix
- Mix your own with one part potting soil, one part coarse sand, and one part pumice or perlite
IN-GROUND
- Plant in raised beds of sandy loam
- Amend heavy, clay soils with 50% coarse sand
Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.
Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.
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Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.
Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength
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Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.
HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS
- Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
- Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
- Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container
- If possible, water the soil rather than the leaves; gently shake off any droplets left on the foliage to prevent rot
- Keep the succulent in a location with enough sunlight and airflow so that the soil can dry out before you water again
ONLY WATER WHEN SOIL IS DRY
Succulents are much more tolerant of under-watering than over-watering and an under-watered succulent is far easier to fix. You can check soil moisture by inserting your finger or a popsicle stick a couple inches into the soil. If your pot has a drainage hole, this is a great place to feel the soil to see if there is any remaining moisture. If you tend to over-water or your succulent is recovering from rot, you can wait a couple days after noticing the soil is dry to water again.
ACTUAL FREQUENCY VARIES
- Succulents in heavy soil or areas that collect water will need less frequent water than those in gritty, well-draining soil or raised beds
- Large containers will need less frequent water than small ones
- Succulents in wet or humid climates need less frequent watering than those in hot, dry climates
- Succulents need even less frequent watering during their dormant season (winter for most varieties)
- Mature plants will need less frequent water than young succulents that are establishing roots
Though there are endless exceptions, a very general guideline is to water young succulents 1-2 times a week and mature plants 2-4 times a month, watch for watering issues, and adjust the frequency accordingly.
DIAGNOSING WATERING ISSUES
Keep an eye on your plants and you will be able to see if they are they are being watered too frequently or not often enough. The leaves of over-watered succulents will soften, turn a translucent yellow or brown, and eventually fall off. The leaves of an under-watered succulent will go limp, wrinkle, turn brown and crispy, and eventually fall off. If you catch these signs early and adjust your watering frequency, most plants will be able to recover.
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Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.
LOW INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors without direct sun.
- Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
- There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade.
BRIGHT INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors if near a sunny window or under a Succulent Grow Light.
- Might show signs of stretching, fading, and greening if given too little light.
- Many soft succulents can thrive in these conditions.
FILTERED / PARTIAL SUN
- Can grow outdoors under filtered light (e.g. dappled light under a tree) or partial sun (e.g. direct sun in the morning, shade in the afternoon).
- Most succulents thrive in these conditions, but always good to watch for signs of stretching or sunburn and adjust location accordingly.
FULL SUN
- Grows well outdoors with 4-12 hours of direct sun every day.
- Will stretch, fade, and revert to green if given too little sunlight.
- Most hardy succulents thrive in full sun when temperatures are below 80F. Some soft succulents like full sun, others do not.
Many succulent varieties are only available seasonally because of their growing and propagation cycles. During the growing season, we can usually restock sets and trays weekly. Most individual plants will go in and out of stock through the seasons, but they are also restocked weekly when available. Thursday is usually the best day of the week for finding plants in stock. Spring and Summer are generally the best seasons for availability.
Any product that is out of stock has an "Email me when a product is back in stock" button (shown above). Click the button and enter your email to be notified when it's available again. If this button isn't appearing, the plant may have very recently sold out - check back after a short while and the button should appear.
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- Using very gritty succulent soil and pots with drainage holes
- Providing lots of sunlight and airflow
- Watering very infrequently (only when the soil is completely dry and the leaves start to feel flexible)
