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English They know precisely what they need in order to thrive. A range of fungal and bacterial diseases affect succulent plants, some of which can collapse and die very rapidly, once the disease has taken a hold. One option that worked about 75% of the time was a spray bottle of water, about a teaspoon of lemon juice and a squirt of dish soap. With succulents, this can be a bit trickier than it sounds. If you try this, remember that the fumes are potentially toxic and flammable and the liquid could harm the epidermis of delicate plants. Often, a speedy diagnosis can help prevent more damage. We check for mealies routinely and halt the spread early, before it's severe. Hi Deloma, Cath, Hi Cath, The consequences for an Agave monoculture, such as for the production of Tequila, can be devastating. The world abounds with fungal spores, which are opportunists, waiting for the correct conditions for germination. In many cases, fungal attack and poor culture are linked. I can find out what is actually the problem. The only solution is to maintain higher temperatures for susceptible plants. Kat@TheSucculentEclectic.com The adult insects feed on sap from the leaves and may introduce harmful bacteria. If you’re growing your succulent indoors, it’ll appreciate a summer holiday outdoors. Their host-plant range and individual sensitivity to control measures are poorly characterised anyway. I finally decided to share some with my mother. Rats are really a matter for professional exterminators, but a range of poisonous baits are available to control them. However quarantine of new plants, good hygiene and disposal of infected material or whole plants is the most effective solution to prevent the disease from spreading. Please remember that all insecticides, fungicides and some other horticultural chemicals are very toxic to people, and handle with extreme caution - rubber gloves, face mask and goggles are advisable. Thank you for taking the time to read my question. This blog post on etiolated succulents describes and shows images of different ways succulents angle their leaves and branches to maximize or minimize light exposure, depending upon their needs. amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; Check the plant label of your succulent for watering guidelines. Sedum morganianum Donkey’s tal, for example, drops its healthy leaves pretty easily. Most cacti and succulents are expected to flower when they reach the mature size, or even before, and failure to flower may indicate unsatisfactory growing conditions. When a succulent needs more water, in time, it will form roots above the soil line in an effort to collect water molecules from the air. I’ll e happy to take a look! It’s important to recognize the signs of an overwatered succulent so that you can take immediate action to salvage as much of the plant as possible. Please send me a photo and I’ll be happy to take a look for you. amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; var bannersnack_embed = {"hash":"bdclvi5pr","width":600,"height":100,"t":1573503799,"userId":35420596,"responsive":true,"type":"html5"}; When you see signs of an underwatered succulent, water thoroughly. However, the chemicals in the moth balls can cause damage to plastic plant pots and are best used with clay pots. Email me at Kat [at] The Succulent Eclectic [dot] com. Among the most popular of the nearly 30 obtainable species are . Even before the plant changes color or develops aerial roots or the leaves wrinkle to signal it’s an underwatered succulent, the leaves and stems will begin to feel limp and loose, rather than firm and rigid. Instead, look for yellowish-brown scarring on your plants. Cactus Scarring. The nymphs secrete a sugary honeydew substance that encourages black mould on plants. There may also be some sugary honeydew produced by feeding mealy bugs, which can encourage black mould. Gardeners must be ever vigilant when it comes to diseases on their plants. Last update: 06/02/2021. Over the last 2 1/2 years, I’ve spent hours searching different sites for information that you have just so comprehensively and concisely put here. Scarring/Tracking on my succulents. Home › Ornamental Gardens › Cacti & Succulents › General Cactus Care. The sooner you make note of changes in your succulent, the better you can adjust your care so it is not damaged. The widely spaced leaves and the branching at 90-degree angles do too. View Larger Image. The black colour is caused by oxidation of phenolic substances in the sap which seals of the affected area. If you are moving a succulent into a brighter location, make the transfer progressively to keep away from this complication. We were both self learners…Upon retirement Dad had time to devote to his plants (he was a farmer previously so he knew soil!) I am so glad to hear you are finding the information so helpful! Do I just enjoy the “leggy” look or do I cut them off? It is unlikely that this particular species of weevil will occur outside the native range of Agaves, but other species of weevil can sometimes be seen feeding on leaves. The plant is taking care to expose as much of its leaf surface to light as possible. My Dad and I spent so much time together in my garden in the last several years of his life. It may be a bloom spike. Treatment of the ground under the staging, walkways and areas of paving with a disinfectant solution e.g. I noticed them when I watered more. Any help that anyone could give me would be awesome. Lots of love from India. A wide margin of apparently sound tissue should be removed as the infection will almost certainly have spread further than is apparent. The female weevil lays eggs on the base of lower leaves of a plant that is ready to bloom. Succulent Containers .. amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "succulentecle-20"; If you dislike killing these handsome creatures, they must be removed to a distance of at least 200 yards or, being territorial animals, they may return. Please snap a photo of your plant and send it to me, or just write back with the name. Sunken brown or white patches develop down one side of a plant where the tissues have effectively been "cooked" and the green chlorophyll destroyed. Thanks so much for subscribing! Other growth problems are related to insufficient light and too low or high a temperature. There are many species of mealy bugs, but these insects are all small and hard to identify by amateur growers. What about the succulents you have that have begun to flush red or purple? Prophylactic treatment is a good idea if you bring patio plants indoors for the Winter. Usually this happens after overal-liberal water, perhaps where water droplets fail to evaporate because of unexpectedly cold conditions. Their general appearance is reminiscent of tiny woodlice about 2-3 mm long. Other reasons for loss of roots include pest damage and dormancy. Read on to learn to recognize the signs of overwatered succulents, underwatered succulents, why your succulent’s growing long stems, why they change color and other signs of succulent problems and needs. var bannersnack_embed = {"hash":"bx907ayfc","width":600,"height":100,"t":1585521556,"userId":35420596,"responsive":true,"type":"html5"}; As much as succulents need sunshine, it is possible for them to get too much sun. Control of whitefly Use regular applications (weekly for 4 weeks) of insecticidal sprays (read the label to find pests controlled, use and precautions). Succulents, like aloe vera, do greatest with some direct daylight daily, but an excessive amount of mild can cause scarring on the leaves. A good way to do this is to maintain a "quarantine" window ledge separate from other plants. Ideally, you’ll make note of the leaves pointing down to move it (gradually!) It sounds like the white, cottony thing is a sign of whiteflies. It sounds like it was over watered, and the roots have rotted. That is an advanced form of etiolation — when the succulent is stretching for more light. Followers 0. scarring on scop.... By XipeTotec, November 18, 2007 in Cacti & Succulents. P.S. amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; The flies are weak fliers and generally cluster around infested plant pots and may rise up if disturbed. We’ve all seen succulents grow long stems and keel over. This started around the peak of summer when there were a lot of heat waves and really intense sun; so I kind of wonder if it just got a bit of sun damage around that time? It would be great if u help me with the problem… So that I could carefull with my other succulents….! They’ll stand strong through the heat of summer, making them perfect for hot patios and porches. Although many succulents will perform better and produce more flowers with regular watering. Watch for the early signs that your succulent needs more light. When a succulent changes color, it is not necessarily a sign of a succulent problem. Succulents for the most part are not bothered by common insects, but there are those that are extremely harmful and can cause more than an annoyance but can actually kill your beloved plants. Hello! Carla, Hi Carla, 2.Sedum nussbaumerianum Over-watering This is probably the single most common cause of failure of succulent plants to thrive. I’m new to them & the information I just read was so helpful, thankyou ! In some cases, shrinkage of a cactus during drought produces irreversible folds in the plant body which never fill out again. ~Kat, Hi Kat, ~Kat}. Scale insects do not seem to be common in the UK, but appear from time to time, particularly on plants put outside for the summer. In the case of a colorful succulent turning green, it is no longer exposed to the stress that caused the coloring to develop. I’ve only become addicted this year to succulents….. & I love love love watching them grow, especially from one leaf….it amazes me. amzn_assoc_linkid = "69cd46000023ac6372c7283bd4dc6d81"; Cacti may shrink back into the potting mixture and possibly take on a reddish or purple hue because of production of coloured stress pigments. Quarantine When new succulent plants are aquired, it is a good idea to keep them separate from the rest of the collection for a few weeks so that obvious pests can be spotted. If it seems like it still needs more light, make subsequent increases by just an inch at a time, with 2 weeks time to adjust. SO glad you’re finding the information helpful! ~Kat. Root mealy bugs also seem to prefer peat-based mixtures to soil-based composts, although not exclusively. This interferes with their sense of smell and may discourage mice from the immediate area but the oil must be replaced frequently. Whatever you use, read and carefully follow the instructions supplied with the product and avoid personal contact with insecticides and other chemicals. Although the damage is not reversible, it will not progress if the mites are removed with a miticide. My Jade is one stock that branches to two of which I have to support. Feel free to email me a photo of your plant. It sounds like it is not yet stretching for more light, but very deep green leaves are a sign that it is looking to maximize photosynthesis. Many people support the basal stems of difficult plants with a layer of grit above the potting medium, so that there will be little water retention against the stem in this critical region. Do not allow water to lie on the leaves for long and avoid excess damp in cool weather. Beschorneria are at risk. Leaf litter provides an ideal hiding place for pests. However, the real damage is done by their larvae which infest the starchy core and roots of a mature plant leading to wilting leaves and collapse of the plant. For large or widespread infestations, use regular applications (weekly for several weeks) of insecticidal sprays (read the label to find pests controlled, use and precautions). Poor light more about light and lighting Natural sunlight is the best way of illuminating your plants, many of which are native to arid hillsides under scorchingly bright sunlight. The fleshy succulents are an obvious target for snails, but they even seem to be able to cope with spiny cacti. These leaves cannot be saved. A cat is also said to be an effective biological control for mice. My jade plant is no longer the same it is loosing its leaves and the branches also. Watering a succulent plant at the wrong time of year when it is dormant can cause rotting as effectively as can also happen if the roots have been eaten by insect pests.
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