Cacti and succulents want less water than most plants, and the tap is fine. The watering pattern, not the source, keeps them alive.
The tap
Tap water is fine for the cacti and the succulents. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Chesapeake, the tap is the convenient source.
The soak
A deep soak, then letting the soil dry completely, is the pattern. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Chesapeake, the dry-out is the key.
The frequency
Less often than you think, especially in the cool season. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Chesapeake, the frequency follows the season.
The drainage
The well-draining soil and the pot with the holes prevent the rot. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Chesapeake, the drainage is the care.
The minerals
The mineral buildup is rarely a problem with the occasional flush. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Chesapeake, the flush is optional.
The winter
The cacti rest in the winter and need almost no water. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Chesapeake, the rest is the season.
The call
Water the succulents the right way. Call 888-217-3585 and Chesapeake Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Chesapeake pro if a question comes up.
Plumbing in Chesapeake: what to know
In Chesapeake, hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Chesapeake city County — from Portsmouth, Virginia Beach and Norfolk to ZIP codes like 23322, 23323, 23320 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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