Join Sloat staffer Taylor Pochron as he leads us in a webinar on the basics of growing succulents successfully. He discusses plant care, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Taylor also demonstrates how to put together a succulent container combination. Excellent for any level of succulent gardener! Scroll down for this webinar’s outline and resource list.
Webinar: Growing Succulents 101: Taylor Pochron
Introduction
- About me (Taylor)
- Sloat’s Succulent Soiree
- Invitation for Q&A
Overview on different types of ‘Succulents’
- What makes a plant a succulent
- Discuss the huge variety out there
Light Requirements
- Discussion about growing indoor
- Species that excel in high or low light
- Effect of light on leaf development
- What does stress/damage look like?
Soil composition
- “Cactus/Succulent Mix”
- What is High drainage soil?
- Possible soil amendments
- Nutrient requirements
- Microbiology (Mycorrhizae)
Watering and Root development
- Knowing when to water
- Watering tips for different situations
- Do some require more water than others?
Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
- Insects: Aphids, Mealy, mites
- Rodents & other pests
- Sun & Water stress
- Other common grievances
Propagation Methods and Tips
- Stem cuttings
- Leaf Propagation
- Timeline and Expectations
Succulent Arrangements
- How to simply create a succulent bowl
- Transplanting and handling roots
- Tools and techniques for easy repotting
- Design & color scheme example
Open Discussion
- Question and Answer
- Elaborate on any earlier topics
- Conclusion & social media
Growing Succulent 101 Supplies List
Plants:
- Succulents
- Cacti
- Any plants with similar requirements
Soil Mixes:
- E.B. Stone Cactus & Succulent Soil
- Sloat Indoor Potting Soil
- Any high drainage soil mix
Amendments :
- Perlite
- Volcanic Pumice
- Coco Coir
- Bark
Fertilizers:
- Grow More ‘Cactus Juice’
- E.B. Stone ‘Sure Start’
- Plant Success Mycorrhizae
- Tappin Roots ‘Natural All Stages’
Pottery:
- Short Cylinder 8” & 12” (Blue, White, Jade, Black)]
- Low Bowl 8” & 14” (Terra Cotta)
- Ribbed Bowl 8” & 10” (Terra Cotta)
- Shallow Terra Cotta Pot
- Any cool pot you can find with a hole
Misc:
- Keeper Stoppers (Drainage Netting)
- Sloat Kneeling Pad
- Topdressing Rocks
- Space to make a mess
Tools Used
- Trowel
- Gloves
- Snips/Pruners
- Bonsai rake
- Watering Can
