An exclusive guide on how to take care of mini succulents on a desk. Do not miss out on these 10 important pointers!
Small adorable succulents are easygoing plants that add an extraordinary appeal to your study tables, desks, and interiors without blocking much space. They are perfect for making an aesthetic home decor with less effort and many good vibes! So, let’s learn how to take care of these mini succulents on a desk or as a cute tabletop!
Care for Mini Succulents on Desk
1. Light is a Must
The first thing is the light settings in your home because that is what they need most to grow in a small pot or container. So, if your workspace is in a bright location such as near a window or with a provision of LED grow lights then it is a perfect spot for your tiny table tops. Because no wonder while you work beside a green companion your productivity will definitely rise with the positive energy!
2. A Good Watering Regime
Now, watering is going to be a little tricky here! As a small succulent in a small pot, the water requirement will also be very minimal (always keep that in mind). One more thing, summer is a time for watering and not the winter season because succulents or many plants go dormant during this time.
However, in the spring-summer days “always” check the top inch layer of the soil before pouring water. This trick will save you and your plant’s life! Because it prevents overwatering.
3. Well-Draining Potting Mixture
You see no plants on Earth like to sit on wet soil unless they are aquatic plants. Again, when it comes to drought-tolerant plants like cacti and succulents then a porous potting medium is a bare minimum requirement. So, to make the medium well draining add lots of sandy soil along with coco peat, perlite, pumice stones, and other organic materials like husk, and small chunks of bark.
4. A Suitable Container
For small tabletop succulents, a 4-5-inch container is good enough. Also, you can go for a designer ceramic pot to match the look of your setup! There is also a wide range of pots in terracotta, wood, and so on, experiment with such kinds as well. Just make sure that the pots have a good drainage hole at the bottom.
However, we encourage you to go creative in this matter! You can also make your own designs to refurbish old containers available in your household.
5. Less Fertilizer
It is obvious that when the plant and the container are small so are the things that go with it, right? Because if you add too much fertilizer, your mini succulent might die out of the acidic soil. So, keeping it minimal and feeding once in two months is good for optimum growth and development.
6. Observe the Temperature
Most succulents thrive in temperatures, ranging from 40°F (4°C) to 80°F (27°C) so while you grow them indoors try to maintain this range. Use heaters or radiators in the cooler months to prevent them from experiencing the extreme temperature drop while in summer you can always use an air conditioner to do the same.
7. Rotate Often
Yes, rotation is often ignored but it brings a big deal of change! Try it yourself and let us know. Because it helps the plant to grow uniformly as it can absorb the light from all sides. In fact, it prevents your plant from leaning to one side (that receives more light) and leggy growth.
8. Pest Checking
Pest checking is a must, so always monitor your plants, especially the indoor ones. Most pests seem to find their comfort food in plants that are kept inside. Because the humidity and warmth are more than that from outdoors so keep an eye out for pests such as spider mites, aphids, or mealybugs. Along with this, also see that you are not overwatering because it can also be a cause for fungal infections.
9. Take them Out Sometimes!
In the extreme cold winters, you can sometimes take your plants outside on a sunny date! Where they can enjoy the bright outdoors for a couple of hours. This is completely optional however, comes with a lot of benefits. Because succulents seem to thrive under bright lighting conditions.
10. Repot Whenever Needed
Last and the later option when your tiny succulent seems to outgrow slowly it is time for a repotting session, a new home with a new nutrient medium. After a minimum of one year, you need to repot your plant because the medium might not have enough nutrients left for further support. So, gather all the supplies and prepare a nice and porous potting mixture for your succulent and repot to help it to keep thriving.
So dear plant lover, how is the energy of gardening? Did you like this simple care guide for your cutie table tops? Do let us know if you really enjoyed reading it.
