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Where should I plant outdoor succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Hardy Succulents
Where should I plant outdoor succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Hardy Succulents
How densely should I plant / space succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Planting & Transplanting, Pots & Containers
How densely should I plant / space succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Planting & Transplanting, Pots & Containers
Where should I keep / grow my succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Planting & Transplanting, First Steps
Where should I keep / grow my succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Planting & Transplanting, First Steps
My plants were delivered wet, what do I do? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | First Steps
My plants were delivered dry, what do I do? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | First Steps
Browse all available Portulacaria here
Portulacaria (por-tew-luh-KAR-ee-uh) have a distinct look from most other succulents and they are an easy-to-grow option for those new to houseplants. These colorfully stemmed plants can serve as "thrillers" or "spillers" in potted arrangements. They have small, green leaves (sometimes variegated) and add a verdant touch with little maintenance.
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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
SIGNS
Hard, round black, brown, or gray bumps
Weak, wilted, or yellowing plants
TREATMENTS
Spray with diluted 50% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) daily until insects are gone
Gently scrape off scale with a card
Remove affected leaves and stems
Spray with soapy water solution (three drops of soap in two cups of water)
Spray with diluted neem oil (one teaspoon in a quart of water) a Read more
Browse all available Euphorbia here
Euphorbia (yoo-FOR-bee-uh) is a diverse group that includes a variety of fierce and exotic looking succulents. These oddballs are easy to grow and make quite a statement when potted solo or in arrangements. Use caution when handling Euphorbia , as they contain a caustic white sap that causes skin irritation.
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Form: Succulent Euphorbia can take a lot o Read more
Browse all available Gasteria here
Gasteria (gas-TAIR-ee-uh) is the best succulent variety for indoor growing and an easy-to-grow oddity, even for plant novices. These slow-growers have an eye-catching look and can survive even in dark rooms. When it comes to low-maintenance, exotic houseplants, Gasteria can’t be beat.
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Form: Range in height from under 1.0" ( G. bicolor var. lilip Read more
Can I grow succulents rated for zones higher than my own? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Climate
SIGNS
Clusters of tiny black, green, yellow, white, or pink dots
Sticky residue on leaves
TREATMENTS
First, isolate plant to prevent spread of aphids and repot with new soil
Most effective strategy: spray directly with diluted 50% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) every day until bugs disappear
Wash aphids off with a strong blast of water
Introduce ladybugs into your garden to preda Read more
Sempervivum (Hens & Chicks), like some Agave and Tillandsia (Air Plants), are monocarpic, meaning that each plant can only bloom once in its lifetime. Fortunately, a Semp rosette will grow for many years and produce lots offsets (chicks) before blooming out, and the chicks will live on.
You can temporarily halt the blooming process by scooping out the bloom stalk with a sharp, clean knife. This only works i Read more
Browse all Aeonium here.
Aeonium (a-OH-nee-um) are a wild and whimsical group of succulents from the subtropical Canary Islands. With pinwheel rosettes perched atop long, undulating stems they make a striking subshrub in Mediterranean climates and a real stunner of a window sill plant everywhere else. Whether kept short and tidy with pruning or given space to branch and sprawl, these showy beauties are sure to Read more
What’s the difference between “soft” and “hardy” succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Types of Succulents, Climate
What’s the difference between “soft” and “hardy” succulents? View answer
Asked 5 ´years ago | Types of Succulents, Climate
Succulents can display a wide range of shapes and growth habits. We use the following categories to help you find the plant forms you want.
Rosette
Many succulents have very short stems with leaves arranged around them like the petals of a flower. This form is sometimes said to resemble a lotus or an artichoke and is best exemplified by Echeveria and Sempervivum (Hens & Chicks) .
Loose Rosette
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