What kind of soil does agave like? Does it like sunshine?

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1. What kind of soil do you like?

2. Do you like sunshine?

3. Growth habits

It has strong adaptability and its soil requirements are not very strict. General soil can meet its needs and maintain normal growth. However, if conditions permit, it is recommended to prepare soft, well-drained and breathable soil. Leaf soil, garden soil and a small amount of coarse sand can be mixed, so that the soil environment is more suitable for the plants, the plants will grow better in the future, and it is easier to manage and more worry-free.

1. What kind of soil do you like?

Its origin is in the tropical areas of America. It has strong adaptability and its soil requirements are not very strict. During cultivation, ordinary soil can satisfy it. needs. However, it is recommended to use soft, well-drained and breathable soil. If you are maintaining potted plants, you can use leaf mold soil, garden soil and a small amount of coarse sand mixed, so that the growth in the later period will be more vigorous and easier to manage.

2. Do you like sunshine

It likes light very much and cannot grow without light. Only by letting it get more sun at ordinary times can it maintain normal growth. If it is placed in a cool place for a long time and lacks light, it will easily lead to poor growth. Therefore, whether it is a potted plant or a ground plant, it must meet its light needs. In addition to the scorching sun in the summer afternoon, it can be exposed to light throughout the day.

3. Growth Habits

It prefers a sunny, dry, and cool environment. The suitable temperature for growth is between 15 degrees and 25 degrees, and it has slight cold tolerance. However, the winter temperature must be above 5 degrees to avoid frostbite. It is drought-resistant, so you don’t need to water it too frequently or too much during maintenance, otherwise the plant will be difficult to absorb it all, and the soil will accumulate water over a long period of time, which will hinder breathing and affect growth. Check the moisture and dryness of the soil every time before watering. If it is not dry, don't water it first. When it is dry, just water it thoroughly.

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