Succulents In Rains
in India, monsoon season (roughly June to September) brings challenges for succulent care due to high humidity, lower light, and frequent rain. Here’s how to protect your succulents during the rainy season:
ðŸŒ§ï¸ Succulent Care During Rainy Season (June–Sept)
🪴 1. Shelter from Rain
Keep outdoors under a roof, balcony, or transparent rain cover.
Direct rain = soggy soil = root rot risk — especially deadly for caudex plants like Stephania or Fockea.
💨 2. Maximize Airflow
Ensure good ventilation to prevent fungal issues.
Avoid crowding pots — let them breathe.
â˜€ï¸ 3. Chase the Light (Succulents In Rains)
Monsoon clouds reduce sunlight. Move plants to the brightest spot possible (south or west-facing areas).
If indoors, consider supplemental grow lights for light-hungry species.
💧 4. Cut Back on Watering
Skip watering altogether if humidity is high and the plant’s in dormancy or growing slowly.
Always check that soil is completely dry before watering.
🌿 5. Soil & Pot Hygiene
Use fast-draining soil (50% pumice/perlite/sand mix is ideal). Buy Now: Cactus and Succulent Planting Mix
Make sure pots have drainage holes.
Tilt pots slightly to let excess water drain better if rain exposure is unavoidable.
⌠6. Avoid Fertilizing
Humidity slows uptake; overfeeding can cause root burn or rot.
🌱 Pro Tip for Caudex & Succulents in Rains:
Fockea, Stephania, and Brachystelma can tolerate some dry stress — it’s safer to underwater than overwater during rains.
If foliage is lush, moderate watering is okay. If dormant or leafless — don’t water.
