FLACCID/ DROOPY LEAVES AT BOTTOM OF PLANT #pearlecheveri...
Hi, I need some help on how to care for my plants. I have cared for plants before but they keep on dying and I do not know what I'm doing wrong. How do I know if it's got too little/ too much water and when do I need to repot it/ what pots do I use??
(The pictures show the bottom part of the plant being droopy/flaccid while the top is thriving/ plant is firm on upper part)
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(The pictures show the bottom part of the plant being droopy/flaccid while the top is thriving/ plant is firm on upper part)
#succulentlove #care #advice #helpneeded #pearlechieva #Echeveria
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Hello @plant10 ! 🤗 It looks like it may be a watering issue. Is your soil a bit moist? Do you have a drainage hole in the bottom of the pot? Succulents like terracotta pots, if you have that as an option. 😊 Unless you see some roots poking out of the bottom, you may not need to repot yet, but definitely check as this could potentially also be your issue.
And if all else fails, chop off that good top part, let it callous, and plant it in soil. New plant!
And if all else fails, chop off that good top part, let it callous, and plant it in soil. New plant!
Hi @JesssJungle the soil was quite dry and I watered it quite recently. There are drainage holes at the bottom of the pot. I checked the bottom and there are a few roots poking out! So should I repot it to a terracotta pot?
Hi @Stlplants I thought that too. I had recent plants that have died due to this but my current plant's soil gets quite dry so I only water it when the soil is dry. But for some reason the plant looks like it's about to end up dying😭
@plant10 yep I bet you need a repot! So, find a pot with drainage 2" bigger than the root ball of your plant. It can be terracotta if you have it, but as long as there's drainage, you'll be good. You can use succulent soil, like a mix with lots of perlite, so it has good drainage. I have a recipe if you need it. Once you have it in a new soil and pot, I think you'll see much improvement. Just be careful not to over-water, only water when the soil is completely dry. Hope this all helps!! 🙂
@JesssJungle Ok thank you for your advice! Is having drainage for the plant just having holes at the bottom of the pot ? Sorry I don't know much about caring for plants 😅😂Yes that would be great if I could have your recipe thank you x
@JesssJungle Ok thank you for your advice and your recipe! You have saved my plant from potentially dying!
I think you’re watering when only the top soil is dry you need to wait till the soil dries out completely for this echeveria I would say watering should be about every two weeks if you’re watering more often than that, that’s probably what’s causing the drooping at the bottom. I would agree the terracotta would be best for these and a succulent soil mix. Hope she’s looking better soon!
@plant10 Windows cut out a lot of radiation, so even if it's bright to your eyes, it may not be enough for the plant. Your plant looks like an Echeveria, which like a lot of direct sunlight. You could try beheading your plant underneath the top rosette, let it callous, and then stick the cutting in soil to make a new plant.
@Charli3Plant Ahh ok thank you! Is there a specific way of cutting the plant as I'm worried once I cut it, it won't grow and die? Also how can I get my plant to have direct sunlight if it is not by the window sill?
@plant10 Take a clean pair of scissors and cut straight across where the line is. It's ok if the cut isn't exactly perfect. Let it callous in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight for a few days. The main plant might also produce pups. I'll include a picture of my Dusty Rose; I beheaded her and she's been shooting off babies like mad.
As for lighting, you can take your plant outside. Increase exposure gradually; your plant will fry if you stick it in direct sunlight in the middle of the day. Early morning light with afternoon shade is best.
As for lighting, you can take your plant outside. Increase exposure gradually; your plant will fry if you stick it in direct sunlight in the middle of the day. Early morning light with afternoon shade is best.
@plant10 This is from not getting enough light. The rosette firmed by the leaves are stretching out. If it doesn’t get enough light, it’ll stop using the water you provide. I would horstkybstart by peeking under each leaf to make sure you don’t have a big issue. Only water from the bottom when the soil is extremely dry and comes out from the bottom when you lift the pot from the saucer. It should feel light. I’d also look at moving it to a stronger light source to help it perk up and refrain from watering it for about a week or so.
This plant is fussy about its light requirements. The lower the light, the less water but this leads to a shorter life span.
I hope this helps! 🌿
This plant is fussy about its light requirements. The lower the light, the less water but this leads to a shorter life span.
I hope this helps! 🌿
@Charli3Plant Ok thank you for your advice! How long does it usually take to callous and what does it look like?
@AnthuriumQueen Ok thank you for your advice! The leaves were all shrivelled up and dead at the bottom of the plant, I removed this and then I realised the bottom was turning flaccid, only the top part of the plant is firm. Also my country is not often sunny so what other ways can I increase the intensity of the light source?
Probably too much water and/or not enough light. Succulents come from very dry areas and they hold water in their leaves for a long time, and don’t need water that much. It’s always better to water a few days after you were supposed to than water early. (Example: If Greg says you should water it on Wednesday but you’re on vacation from Monday to Friday, it would be better to water it Saturday instead of the Sunday before.)