Succulents are known for their low-maintenance appeal, but a few key tips can ensure your succulent garden thrives beautifully. Whether you’re new to succulents or looking to enhance your garden, these straightforward guidelines will help you keep your plants happy and healthy.

1. Choose Sunny Spots: Succulents adore sunlight. Place them where they’ll soak up at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Opt for sunny areas in your garden or landscape to promote robust growth.

2. Water Wisel: Avoid overwatering—succulents dislike soggy roots. Water deeply when the soil is completely dry, then allow it to drain thoroughly before watering again. Less frequent, deep watering is key.

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3. Ensure Good Drainage: Succulents thrive in well-draining soil. If your soil isn’t naturally fast-draining, mix in sand or pumice to improve drainage and prevent waterlogged roots.

4. Fertilize Sparingly:Feed your succulents once a year during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer (like 1-1-1 or 2-1-1 NPK ratio). They don’t need much fertilizer, especially during winter dormancy.

5. Light Pruning: Promote new growth and maintain plant health by lightly pruning dead leaves or leggy stems. This encourages bushier, more compact growth.

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6. Keep Pests Away: Regularly inspect for pests like mealybugs, spider mites, or aphids, which can harm succulents. Use insecticidal soap, neem oil, or rubbing alcohol to control pests naturally.

7. Design with ‘Filler, Thriller, Spiller’: When arranging your succulent garden, use the “filler, thriller, spiller” technique. Filler plants create a lush base, thriller plants add height and drama, and spiller plants cascade over edges for visual interest.

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