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ohdearitsrichardiii
Don’t keep them in low light
nicoleauroux
They need bright direct light and very well draining soil. Your pot looks like it’s too large, so will hold on to moisture for too long. The soil needs to dry out completely, ideally in less than a week for plants that small.
Immer_Susse
You could try a succulent mix for them. I like Bonsai Jacks Gritty mix. It won’t hold water like other soils. And definitely, like others have said, more light!
canavarisvhenan
Pot is too big, should ideally be no more than 1-2 inches bigger than the root ball. Soil looks too dense, so it will stay moist for too long, leading to rot. They want a lot of light.
Nearby-Metal-3030
I just mist mine with a water spray on a warm day so it dries quickly. Then I water properly every few months. The less fuss I make, the better they do 🌱
marimomakkoli
More light and better soil.
caterpie_myself
Mine have been doing well with sunshine and with me pretending they don’t exist.
They seem to thrive on the neglect. That or they’re just introverts.
MothMeep7
Bright bright bright light
Only water when soil is bone dry
Use succulent specific soil. Must be very well draining
Place in a tiny pot. The roots like to be bound and less moisture will be held.
Avoid unnecessary misting or fertilizing. Especially if you already live in a humid area.
Remember, these are desert plants. They like it dry and warm.
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Don’t keep them in low light
They need bright direct light and very well draining soil. Your pot looks like it’s too large, so will hold on to moisture for too long. The soil needs to dry out completely, ideally in less than a week for plants that small.
You could try a succulent mix for them. I like Bonsai Jacks Gritty mix. It won’t hold water like other soils. And definitely, like others have said, more light!
Pot is too big, should ideally be no more than 1-2 inches bigger than the root ball. Soil looks too dense, so it will stay moist for too long, leading to rot. They want a lot of light.
I just mist mine with a water spray on a warm day so it dries quickly. Then I water properly every few months. The less fuss I make, the better they do 🌱
More light and better soil.
Mine have been doing well with sunshine and with me pretending they don’t exist.
They seem to thrive on the neglect. That or they’re just introverts.
Bright bright bright light
Only water when soil is bone dry
Use succulent specific soil. Must be very well draining
Place in a tiny pot. The roots like to be bound and less moisture will be held.
Avoid unnecessary misting or fertilizing. Especially if you already live in a humid area.
Remember, these are desert plants. They like it dry and warm.
Best of luck!