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SIGNS White, cotton-like buildup in crevices between leaves Misshapen leaves marked with dents Significant leaf loss, including top and center leaves TREATMENTS First, isolate plant to prevent spread of bugs and repot with new soil Most effective strategy: spray directly with diluted 50% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) every day until bugs disappear Introduce ladybugs into your ga Read more
My plants were delivered dry, what do I do? View answer
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My plants were delivered damaged, what do I do? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | First Steps, Quality Guarantee
STRETCHED OR ETIOLATED Succulents can grow tall and spindly when they are short on sunlight. As soon as you see signs of stretching, move the plant into sunnier conditions or install a grow light above it. Colors can come back with more light, but stretched succulents have to be pruned back into shape. Hardy succulents tend to stretch easily indoors; make sure they have plenty of light or move them outside. Read more
Browse all Rock Garden Succulents Succulents and rocks are a natural pairing. Rock garden succulents make it easy to grow a low-maintenance, water efficient garden that pops with color all year long. These varieties flourish in partial to full sun and can grow big and beautiful outdoors. Use the filters to the left to find plants hardy in your Grow Zone , then mix and match the perfect colors, shapes, and textures Read more
Why is my succulent changing colors? View answer
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Why is my succulent changing colors? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | Hardy Succulents > Sempervivum (Hens & Chicks)
Why is my succulent changing colors? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | Hardy Succulents > Sempervivum (Hens & Chicks)
Browse all available Rosularia & Prometheum here. Rosularia (ros-uh-LAIR-ee-uh) & Prometheum (pro-MEE-thee-uhm) are mat-forming, cold hardy succulents that are difficult to find in most collections. They have the classic rosette shape and low maintenance needs of Sempervivum (Hens & Chicks) but are unique in their ability to bloom repeatedly. Like their close relatives Sedum (Stonecrop), Rosularia & Read more
Browse all available Sedum here. Sedum (SEE-dum) (Stonecrop) are a staple of hardy succulent groundcover. They will withstand drought, deep freezes, poor soil, full sun, and high temperatures and still reward with stunning colors and blooms. Plant these forgiving growers in almost any bright or sunny space and watch as they transform garden beds, walkways, containers, hanging pots, green roofs, living walls, an Read more
Browse All Sempervivum Here Video Guide to Sempervivum Here Sempervivum (sem-per-VEEV-um) (Hens & Chicks, Semps, Houseleeks) are beautiful outdoor succulents prized for their charming appearance and extremely resilient nature. They resemble an unfurled rose with seasonal blushes of colors and can form dense mats that accent gardens and arrangements. Regardless of droughts, deep freezes, and poor soil, Sempe Read more
Browse all Sempervivum heuffelii here Heuffelii (hew-FEL-ee-eye) are a remarkable species of Sempervivum that encompass a wide diversity of year-round colors. They have superior resilience against cold, heat, drought, and rain, and even hold their color better than most hardy succulents. When left alone, they form tidy rosette clumps. Not commonly available in stores (or even in enthusiast collections), S. heuf Read more
Browse all available Senecio here. Senecio (se-NEE-see-oh) succulents are prized for their unique foliage which can resemble pearls, chalk sticks, and even bananas. There are many different forms to explore in this group, including low-growing, ground cover types and the trailing cascades of “string” varieties. Senecio plants are drought-tolerant and green varieties will thrive indoors, bringing exo Read more
Browse all available Cactus here. Cactus (KAK-tus) (Cacti) will steal your heart with their charming, prickly forms and showy flowers. They require some caution when handling, but these super low maintenance plants can thrive indoors with bright sun, little water, and proper drainage. As the stunning products of harsh, arid climates, cacti are both the pinnacle of succulent perfection for enthusiasts and easy-t Read more
Browse all available tender Sedum here. Tender Sedum (SEE-dum) are colorful, sun-loving beauties that can form dense mats of ground cover, cascade profusely from hanging pots, or make sweet additions to a container arrangement. Unlike Hardy Sedum , these tropical varieties must be protected from frost, but they reward with easy, drought-tolerant growth and can display both bold colors and soft pastels. AP Read more
Browse all Air Plants here. Air Plants or Tillandsia ( till-LAND-zee-uh ) grow without soil and make for incredible living sculptures in any medium to bright light indoor space. These unique epiphytes from tropical rain forests are the perfect low-maintenance plant for the home or office. They offer an exotic look, showy blooms, entrancing fragrances, and limitless arrangement possibilities. PLEASE NOTE: Read more
How hardy are succulents? View answer
Asked 4 ´years ago | Climate, Types of Succulents
