How to care for Thousand Buddha's Hands

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Moisture

Light and temperature

Fertilizing and pruning

Precautions

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Soil: You can choose succulent-specific soil on the market, or use a 3:1 ratio of coconut bran + perlite. Watering: Succulents are generally drought-tolerant, so watering can be done 1-2 times a month, reducing to once a month in winter. Light temperature: Except in summer, it can be maintained under full sun. The growth temperature is 18~25℃, and it can survive the winter safely if it is not lower than 5℃ in winter.

Moisture

Soil requirements

Providing soil for succulents is a difficult problem for novices! However, there is a simple solution to the puzzle. If you have trouble preparing the soil yourself and you still can’t figure out the proportions, then you should choose special soil for succulents. Professionals have already prepared it for you.

Moisture

Thousand Buddha's Hands are relatively drought-tolerant. Small pots that have just been planted should not be watered. It is better to keep the pot soil dry. Keep the pot soil moist during the growth period and water it 1 to 2 times a month. Do not water frequently, otherwise it will easily cause root rot. Just water once a month in winter.

Light and temperature

Thousand Buddha Hands It likes light, so it should be placed on a sunny window sill or balcony for maintenance. It should not be placed in a place with strong light or excessive shade. Except for summer, it can be maintained under full sun at other times.

The suitable growth temperature of Thousand Buddhas is 18~25℃, and it can survive the winter safely if the temperature in winter is not lower than 5℃.

Fertilization and pruning

Fertilize 2 to 3 times a year, once every three months, and do not fertilize in winter. Be careful not to fertilize too much, otherwise the leaves will become loose, soft, and have poor posture.

Thousand Buddha Hands basically do not need to be pruned, but after 3 to 4 years of growth, the branches will become denser and the leaves can be removed for cutting.

Notes

Ventilation, spraying Water

The growth environment of Thousand Buddhas has a certain air humidity. Water is often sprayed on the plants in spring and autumn to increase the air humidity and ensure plump leaves. When the temperature is high in summer, pay attention to shading and ventilation.

Pests and diseases

Thousand Buddha's Hand does not seem to be very popular with insects. Insects rarely appear on the leaves, but if not properly maintained, it can easily turn into water, and once it occurs, it will be fatal. Therefore, sterilization work should be done during the planting process, and watering should be done appropriately to avoid water dissolution. Once you find leaves that have melted into water, remove them promptly.

Light and temperature

Fertilizing and pruning

Precautions

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