Your succulent will need to absorb more water into its leaves. It may take some time before it is ready to consume the rest. Practically no water makes it to its roots. Container Size- A container too big will hold water and cause succulent roots to rot. I water lightly every day after the soil feels dry. This is until the stems become roots. Overwatered succulents may develop soft leaves and dull stems. The roots spread to the ground from their stems and then send out shoots.