What does it mean when succulents turn black?

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If the leaves are turning black, that means the succulent is rotting from the root up due to too much water. Usually the leaves will also feel soft and mushy. It can also be a sign that the plant is sitting in the wrong potting mix. Succulents need a well draining soil to prevent root rot.

How do you care for a trailing succulent?

Like other succulent plants, they need a well draining soil. Established plants need less water than younger plants. Water only when the soil is dry, but do not let the soil dry out completely. They need bright but indirect sunlight and need to be protected from intense afternoon sun.

Do succulents grow well in hanging baskets?

Succulents require good soil drainage to perform their best, and hanging baskets with coco-fiber or sphagnum moss liners are perfect to provide that drainage. And, as long as you plant them in a gritty potting mix, which is best for succulents, the plants will thrive.

How do you fix black succulents?

What is this? Remove the plant from the pot and examine its roots to see if they are still good. If that’s the case, cut off all infected leaves and stems and replant succulents on dry soil. Let it settle on new soil with good drainage but without watering it for a few days.

How do you keep succulents from turning black?

If your succulent has a black stem or black spots, you’ll need to do a little surgery to save your plant. This is much easier than it sounds! Just cut off the top of your plant, trim away any black spots, give the cutting three to five days to dry out, then propagate it in new soil.

Are succulents good hanging plants?

This fast-growing and unique-looking succulent is excellent for containers or hanging baskets. They are suitable to be grown on both indoors and outdoors, as long as they are placed in a spot where it gets indirect sunlight.

Can you put succulents in hanging planters?

Trailing succulents are great for hanging planters because they spill and cascade down the sides of the planter. They give an abundant, lush look to any container you put them in. Our favorite trailing succulents are Burro’s Tail and String of Pearls because they both have beautiful spherical leaves.

Why does my succulent look burned?

Succulents will appear sunburned if the plants are exposed to too much direct sunlight. The burns typically manifest as brown, yellow or red blotches on the leaves and stems of a succulent that are in contact with light.