Native to Mexico, Pachyphytum Oviferum or commonly referred to as moonstones, is a succulent that can be a captivating addition to your plant's collection. Boasting silvery, chubby leaves, this plant has unique and attractive aesthetics and can appear strikingly beautiful whether you plant them in your garden or containers.
Like other succulents, Pachyphytum Oviferum can be a hassle-free plant if you provide them with right growing conditions. So, if you are thinking to add these incredible succulents in your home, make sure to give them the right amount of moisture, enough light, and the right soil. Here is a guide for taking proper care of moonstones.
To plant your Pachyphytum Oviferum, choose a sunny spot in your garden that gets full sun all year-round. However, if your area experience intensely hot summers, pick a spot that receives dappled shade during afternoons in summers.
Mix equal parts of compost and sand or pumice in the area to a depth of 10-12 inches where you will be planting Pachyphytum Oviferum. Using this mix will protect the roots of your succulents from damage since water will not stand in such a soil.
After planting your moonstone, water your succulent when the topsoil feels dry. Keep in mind that overwatering will lead your plant’s root to rot. Besides, make sure to protect your Pachyphytum Oviferum from cold weather; these delicate succulents cannot tolerate temperature below 20 °F.
It is important to mention here that people who live in the USDA plant zones 9 and ten can keep Pachyphytum Oviferum outdoors for most of the year, but they should bring moonstones indoors in frosty season.
Nevertheless, people in other US zones can place their Pachyphytum Oviferum outside in a sunny spot summer. Conversely, if your location is likely to experience intense summer heat, then make sure to move your Pachyphytum Oviferum during afternoons.
Like other succulents, moonstones are prone to developing mealy bug. Therefore, if you notice yours has stopped growing, it is highly likely that your plant has become a home to pests. There're a few ways to get rid of mealy bugs that you can find here.
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When it comes to growing Pachyphytum Oviferum, you will need to provide your lovely succulent proper growing conditions to make it thrive well. However, keeping the aforementioned tips in mind will help you take good care of your Pachyphytum Oviferum.
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