Hey everyone! I'm new to the world of succulents and just got my hands on a bunch from my dad's garden and a local nursery. I've been watering them about once a week, checking the soil first, and sometimes I push it to a week and a half if the soil feels too moist. I used to care for orchids, so I'm still getting used to the needs of these plants. I've tried to position them for the best sunlight exposure: the top tier gets indirect sun while the middle tier enjoys direct sunlight. I've even adjusted their positions based on what I've read. I'm really worried I might be doing it wrong, especially since my Echeverias look a bit leggy and splayed out. None of them seem underwatered, but I'd love your advice on their placement and watering frequency!
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Your succulents look fantastic! Watering can be tricky, and it really depends on your local environment. I usually just water my plants when they start to look a little thirsty rather than sticking to a strict schedule. I keep mine outside in terra cotta pots during summer and let rain take care of them. In winter, I put them indoors by a south-facing window and hardly water at all. If they're stretching out, that might mean they're not getting enough sun, so you might want to check that.
Thanks for the tip! I live in Southern California, so I think more sunlight is definitely what they need. I just moved my Echeverias to a sunnier spot yesterday!