Purple succulents are not hardy plants. They don't do well in most kinds of soil or climate conditions and they often require a lot of care. But with the proper conditions, they can be some of the most rewarding and beautiful flowers in your garden. To read more about purple succulents go to the succulent alley website today.
Purple Sulfur is one family of perennial vines that produce beautiful purple blossoms in the spring, summer, and early fall. They will grow just about anywhere that has good drainage and is rich in nutrients; this includes full sunlight, well drained soil, and a warm climate. The subspecies Kalanchoe X houghtonii produces the more common and more fragrant "Kalanchoe" purple.
The genus Kalanchoe contains over 30 different species of plants, many of which are native to North America. In the United States, however, a few varieties are invasive, and they should be planted in the same areas as other, non-invasive plants if you want them to be successful. Kalanchoe is one of the most common purple succulents, but there are many more to choose from. Because purple is a "more powerful" color than its orange or red relatives, it is normally planted in large numbers in rich soil where it will bloom heavily.
If you have not already started planting your Kalanchoe in your garden, it is time to get started. The first thing you need to do is make sure the soil is very well rotted before planting Kalanchoes. This takes about two weeks, but if you are in a particularly dry climate, it may take a month or two. After the soil is ready, you can move on to watering and fertilizing the soil.
After planting, the plants will need to be given the right amount of light, which will depend on what kind of purple succulents you are growing. If you are growing plants that grow tall, you will want to place them in an open area with direct sunlight. If you have a lot of low growing purple plants, you will want to keep them out of the direct sunlight or have them enclosed in a pot or container with some dark-colored fabric. Purple is a color that will not go with light shades of green.
Once the soil is ready to plant your Kalanchoe plants, the hole you drilled for the root ball should already be covered with compost or fertilizer. The reason for doing this is that the roots will need to be given room to spread out while at the same time getting the water they need. The hole should be wide enough for the roots to have room to grow, but not big enough for them to drown in. The hole should be about twice as deep as the root ball if you are using a small root ball. If you use a larger root ball, it will take longer to break up the compacted soil, resulting in a shorter growing period for the plant.
Watering your plant should be done no more than once every couple weeks, and then only water the base of the plant. This water will help to flush out any excess moisture and keep your plant healthy. You will want to check on your plants at least once a month to see if they are starting to rot the leaves off or get to be too wet or too dry. If you notice any problems with your plants, take them away immediately and replace them with new ones. If you find that the soil is too dry, put some water in it until it starts to soften up a little bit.
When it comes to feeding your purple plants, you may think that the powders you buy from the grocery store will do the trick, but in reality most of them are made of chemicals. Instead, try using a good soil builder that will work its way through the soil and break up any layers that are missing. A good soil builder should also be used before planting new purple succulents, as the soil needs time to settle in and get ready for new plantings. Another important thing to remember when growing purple succulents is to make sure that you give them enough light. They need six to eight hours of direct sunlight. Don't over-crowd the soil because it can kill your plants before they even have a chance to sprout.