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Succulents: everything you need to know to grow them at home

To answer your questions about how to grow succulents, Cornelia von Ammon, landscaper for the CASACOR cast, revealed nine valuable tips

By Alex Alcantara

Updated at May 31, 2021, 4:14 PM - Submitted at Feb 11, 2021, 3:18 PM

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Stone Rose and Armadillo Tail in a Vietnamese glazed ceramic basin.

Stone Rose and Armadillo Tail in a Vietnamese glazed ceramic basin.(Catê Poli/)

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(Catê Poli / CASACOR)
Succulents are millennials' favorite plants, and it's no wonder: those who live in houses and apartments know that contact with nature is essential. For those who are new to gardening , succulents can be a great option, as they are easy to care for. caring , resistant – and of course, make your garden much more charming!
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Where should I grow a succulent?


Succulents can be grown in pots, basins, as well as directly in flowerbeds in the garden.

What are the basic precautions?


Always make sure it gets plenty of sunlight or light. Most succulents need at least partial shade.

How to measure the amount of water?


Succulents prefer drier soil, like cacti. Therefore, they can be watered depending on the humidity level in the region, but always at most once a week – just a little. Roberto Riscala jardim suculentas casacor sao paulo 2018 - Na imagem a decoração de jardim criado para o CASACOR São Paulo

Does it need a different soil or pot?


They like sandy soil. When planted in pots, I recommend mixing different types of soil in the soil, so one part should be common garden soil, another part topsoil, another part organic compost and one part sand.

What is the ideal climate?


Succulents thrive in warmer climates. Sun and partial shade are ideal for them.

In which rooms of the house can I put a succulent?


Essentially, any room, just pay attention to the amount of light they have, as it needs to be quite high.
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What is the secret to not letting a succulent die?


Do not overwater, keep them in frequent sunlight and pay attention to keep the soil dry.

Do I need to change the soil?


No, it is not necessary.

Can I add pebbles to decorate the vase?


Yes, they even help to "block" the succulent from absorbing water, which is very good for them. Read also: