CorseMachin | Southern Succulent Garden - When To Plant Succulents In The Southeast U.S.

Plant in spring, during that occasional dry 10-day period, or in autumn. A good root system develops in four to six weeks. If there is a cool span in summer when it's cloudy and even drizzling rain, you may plant then.

What time of year can you plant succulents?
When can I plant succulents outside?
What temperature can succulents tolerate?
Where should I plant succulents?
How do you encourage succulents to grow?
Can I put my succulents outside for summer?
Can you plant succulents in just rocks?
How cold is too cold for succulents?
Are Succulents better inside or outside?
Which succulents can tolerate full sun?
Can succulents get too much sun?
Should I bring my succulents inside when it rains?

What time of year can you plant succulents?

Early spring is the perfect time to plant in many areas, as most succulents are beginning their spring period of growth. This is also an appropriate time for planting those that will remain indoors.

When can I plant succulents outside?

If you opt for tender succulents (those that will not tolerate long periods of frost), you can plant them any time indoors and move them outdoors once the low temperatures are consistently above 40 degrees.

What temperature can succulents tolerate?

In winter, keep cacti and succulents above freezing. Some plants prefer a nighttime temperature of 35-40ºF (some cacti and other succulents can endure temperatures well below freezing if kept absolutely dry.) More tropical succulents like adeniums, euphorbias, lithops, and stapeliads prefer a minimum of 50-60 degrees.

Where should I plant succulents?

In general, all succulents do best in sun; many will get leggy and weak without at least six hours of sun daily, and many get more colorful and flower better in eight or more hours of direct sun. Plants with colorful foliage tend to take more intense sun than green or variegated varieties.

How do you encourage succulents to grow?

The succulent will thrive in a soil that will allow the root to expand properly and in a pot with a lot of the draining holes at the bottom. Besides being well-draining, the soil needs to be rich in nutrients in order for your succulent to grow faster. You can help the plant with a regular watering schedule.

Can I put my succulents outside for summer?

Since there is more sunlight outdoors in summers, too much heat or sunlight can burn your succulents. Moreover, there is no doubt that succulents growing outdoors are often thriftiest than those growing indoors. ... Move your succulents to a fully shaded area, and then gradually move them into a place with more sunlight.

Can you plant succulents in just rocks?

Succulents and cacti naturally grow in sandy soils that drain quickly, and their roots should never be left in wet soil. Also, using rocks and pebbles on your soil can improve the aesthetic appeal of your succulents. ... Succulent needs soil to survive, and they cannot survive on rocks and gravels alone.

How cold is too cold for succulents?

Succulents tend to prefer a temperate climate with the temperatures ranging from 60 to 80°F. Some can tolerate temperatures as low as 40°F or as high as 90°F. Gardeners sometimes use these extreme temperatures to “stress” their succulents into changing color.

Are Succulents better inside or outside?

You may have noticed that succulents growing outdoors often seem to be healthier and prettier than those grown indoors. The two biggest reasons for this are more sunlight (which prevents stretching) and better airflow (allowing the roots to dry out more quickly).

Which succulents can tolerate full sun?

Succulents for Full Sun

Cotyledons,
Graptopetalum.
Pachyphytum.
Sedum copperstone.
Lampranthus- Vygies.
small aloes.
Agave Parryi.
Echeveria Agavoides.

Can succulents get too much sun?

While plants need sunlight to perform photosynthesis, some plants can get too much sunlight. While some succulents can be planted in bright sunlight, not all can handle full sun (defined as 6+ hours of direct sunlight per day) or can suffer in too much sunlight.

Should I bring my succulents inside when it rains?

So grow them in containers, and move them under shelter when the weather turns too wet. Even then, in humid climates, they may mildew. In which case, move them indoors, provide lots of sunlight and fresh air, and keep a dehumidifier going. (And get my book, Succulent Container Gardens.