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Hen and Chicks that are under-watered may develop brown leaves. And remained untreated, they could die. If this is the case of your plant, you can replant the plants separately in separate pots. Then give them enough water as they need.
- How do you fix Overwatered succulents?
- Why are my hens and chicks rotting?
- What does Overwatered succulent look like?
- How often do hens and chicks need to be watered?
How do you fix Overwatered succulents?
Dig the succulent out of the soil and remove excess soil stuck to the roots, cut off any brown/black roots as these are rotten already. Leave the plant on a mesh or any kind of strainer till the roots have air dried from anywhere two to three days. When the roots are dry completely, plant them back in the pot.
Why are my hens and chicks rotting?
Hens and Chicks do not like to have their roots sitting in cold water. ... Mix those two things, cold and water logged roots, and it's the perfect recipe for root rot. Root rot is just what is sounds like. The roots are surrounded by water so they can't breath and they start to decay.
What does Overwatered succulent look like?
An overwatered plant will have mushy leaves that feel soft and squishy. The color of the leaves would appear lighter than a healthy plant, or turn translucent in color. ... The plant will have an overall wilted, dry appearance. A healthy succulent plant should have plump, firm leaves that are not mushy or dehydrated.
How often do hens and chicks need to be watered?
On average, once a week is how often you should water hens and chicks. Avoid watering hens and chicks when the soil is damp, especially after a rain.
