Pigmyweeds (Crassula) is a succulent plant containing about 200 recognized species, including the popular Emerald Plant. They are members of the Sedum family and are native to many parts of the globe, but cultivars are almost exclusively derived from species in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Pigmyweeds, also known as Pigmyweeds, is a rather popular and unpretentious succulent plant. As an adult, it grows into a beautiful miniature tree with a woody trunk, which is why it is called Pigmyweeds. and Pigmyweeds, because its leaves are shaped like coins. Taking care of such a tree is not difficult, even a novice florist can handle it. In this Bubgo article, we will show you how to water the Jade Money Tree (Pigmyweeds) at home, so that it does not get sick and makes its owner happy with its beauty for many years.
Pigmyweeds, like any other plant, have requirements for the quality of water used for irrigation. They should not be watered with cold water from the faucet. Such water should be protected for 1-2 days so that all chlorine (if any) evaporates and impurity deposits settle to the bottom. During this time, the water will warm up to room temperature before you can water it safely.
Rainwater, snow water, and water that has thawed after being frozen in the refrigerator are all ideal for watering. Sometimes you can water with aquarium water if you have it.
Watering should be moderate throughout the year. There are two ways of watering.
1. from a watering can with a thin spout. There is no need to water so heavily that there are puddles in the pot. Remove any excess water that runs into the drip tray immediately afterward.
2. Through a tray. Pour the water into a deep pot and leave it there for a while. If all the water has been absorbed, pour it a second time. The soil in the pot should be completely saturated. Drain any excess water from the tray.
Tip: After watering, loosen the top layer of soil in the pot slightly.
Water Pigmyweeds once a day - in the morning or evening - but not too much, and not every day! If it's near a hot radiator, you can water it a little at a time every other day. I water my Pigmyweeds in this way. but most importantly do not water them.
The frequency of watering Pigmyweeds depends directly on the time of year. Pigmyweeds come from sultry Africa where it is warm all year round and also has dry periods. Its leaves are thick and succulent: the plant has adapted to store water in its leaves and trunk. And when drought hits, the flower begins to use up its supply little by little. Thus, Pigmyweeds easily survive long droughts, but very much dislikes heavy moisture. The way to water succulents varies depending on the time of the year.
Water moderately during the first part of fall as the top layer of potting soil dries out. No more than twice a week. In late fall, the plant enters a dormant period. Reduce the amount of watering, even if the soil looks dry and you can't resist the urge to water the tree. Watering and killing plants is easier in the cold season than in the summer. Especially if the pot is placed on a cold windowsill. The wet soil in the pot becomes cold, the roots start to rot, and plants with rotten roots cannot survive.
In winter, watering is the least necessary.
1. 2-3 times a month is the minimum for plants in the winter. But again, you should always be guided by the growing conditions and the substrate the tree is growing. Ideally, the substrate should be slightly dry at the top and slightly moist in the middle.
2. If the substrate is light, water every 7-10 days. If the soil is heavy, water less often - once every two weeks.
3. If the room is not too hot, try to keep the substrate slightly dry at all times. Do not water more often than once every two weeks. Then, Pigmyweeds will always look great!
As soon as spring arrives, Pigmyweeds come to life and start growing vigorously. Many new shoots and leaves appear. The frequency of watering starts to increase gradually.
How many times a week you water depends on the type of plant and the feeding conditions. Each case will have an individual schedule. But you should always remember that it is a succulent plant that grows normally without water for a long time. On average, it is twice a week.
Tip: There is no need to water every day! Succulents can grow without water for a long time.
Inexperienced growers may think that you need to water more in the summer. But this is not the case! Watering intensity does need to be increased a little, but not much: 2-3 waterings every 7-10 days is enough.
You can regularly sprinkle warm water on the leaves and give them a hot bath in the bathtub to wash the dust off the leaves. If taking a bath in the shower, cover the soil in the tub with a plastic sheet and try not to pour too much water on the soil if you combine the bath with watering.
Tip: Before watering, it is a good idea to dig out a little soil in the pot with a stick to see how dry the soil is. Then it will be clear if you need to water and how much: if it is more than about 2 inches (5 cm), it needs to be watered.
By the outward signs of a succulent plant, the florist can understand that he is not taking proper care of Pigmyweeds:
1. The leaves fall off. In the summer, it is easier to flood the plant and the roots will begin to rot. If this happens, take the plant out of the pot and inspect the roots. Cut off the rotten and diseased ones with scissors and replant them into a new, dry substrate. Do not water for the first twenty-four hours after planting, then water moderately so that the entire substrate becomes slightly moist.
2. The leaves are losing their moistness and brightness and are beginning to fall off. This is due to a lack of water. Supply water as soon as possible and the situation will be corrected within 2-3 days.
3. Over watering is the most dangerous for Pigmyweeds. Leaves will become pale, lose elasticity, turn watery, and fall off. If you catch Pigmyweeds at the beginning of this process, when it does not yet show obvious signs of decay, you should take the clods of soil with roots out of the pot and let them dry for a few days.
4. If the bottom of the trunk has started to rot, it is not good. The plant cannot be saved. Cut off some plugs and root them.
What rules do you follow when watering Pigmyweeds? Share your experiences and tips with other gardeners in the comments.
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