Cleaning Succulent Leaves and Watering Best Practices

Nana asked whether to clean succulent leaves and if bottom-watering is recommended.

Leaf Cleaning

Only clean leaves if they're noticeably dirty. Use a mild solution of liquid dish soap and water, spray the leaves, then rinse with plain water.

Watering Technique

Bottom watering is tricky and often leads to improper watering. Instead, water from the top until a little water runs out the drainage hole. This ensures thorough saturation and lets you gauge moisture levels accurately.

Succulents prefer to dry out between waterings. Always check soil moisture before adding water.