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title: "I honestly don’t know what I did wrong. They have enough sunlight,…"
description: "I honestly don’t know what I did wrong. They have enough sunlight, and I allow them to thoroughly dry before I water it"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Felicia"
published: "2023-09-17T22:32:23.027Z"
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# I honestly don’t know what I did wrong. They have enough sunlight,…

_Posted by Felicia on 2023-09-17_

I honestly don’t know what I did wrong. They have enough sunlight, and I allow them to thoroughly dry before I water it

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## 4 comments

### Kirstin commented on 2023-09-17

Repot into new soil asap!! Then leave it be for a little bit

### exholy commented on 2023-09-18

could be the soil doesn't have enough drainage and is holding on to the water for too long. for succulents I like to do a mix of about 80% grit (pumice, coarse sand, I've used chicken grit when it's cheaper lol, smaller size pieces for smaller plants) 10% orchid bark or coconut husk and 10% soil. not an expert but it's been working well for me and my dudes!

### Pliny the Elder commented on 2023-09-18

Why is it buried so far down in the pot?

It’s creating a shadow that blocks light around the entire circumference of the pot.

Also, the soil needs way more grit.

#### Felicia replied on 2023-09-19

Are You talking about the tall stalks or the bud? The bud fell off so I just placed it in the pot lol

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