You may not need to water your dormant succulents as often depending on your climate. Most Echeveria species will thrive in a relatively warm and dry climate. You will have to adjust your watering schedule in order to accommodate Trachyandra Plants' summer dormancy. You can test the soil moisture by inserting the tool of choice into the soil near the roots of Trachyandra Plant. Once plants begin to grow after a few days, the coir/moss will be helpful in holding them. Although it is a deterrent to many pests and fungi it doesn't necessarily solve those problems.