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Do they like to be on the dryer side or more moist View answer
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What are Smpervivum heuffelii? View answer
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Where can I learn more about succulents? View answer
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Which types do well in hot, dry climates? View answer
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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.
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How hardy are succulents? View answer
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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
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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
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Agave (uh-GAH-vey) are spiny rosettes of fibrous leaves that can grow into large focal points in a landscape. They come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, and sizes and make dramatic statement plants in pots and rock gardens.
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Form: These slow growers reach a range of sizes, from under 3.0" to over 4.0ʹ in diameter. Some varieties grow as solitary plants while othe Read more
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Aloe (AH-loh) are loose rosettes of long, slender leaves lined with gentle teeth. They make fantastic living sculptures for hot, dry landscapes or miniature marvels for indoor growing. Look to Aloe for impressive bloom stalks and a wide variety of shapes, patterns, and colors that are sure to mesmerize.
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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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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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Browse all available Haworthia here.
Haworthia (ha-WORTH-ee-uh) make excellent indoor succulents thanks to low light and water requirements. They have an exotic appearance; some varieties have rigid, bumpy leaves, others have soft, fleshy leaves with translucent "windows". Slow growing and perfect for beginners, Haworthia are striking plants for desks, counters, window sills, terrariums, mini gardens, and much Read more
Which succulents are best for wet / humid conditions? View answer
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Which succulents are best for dry / sunny conditions? View answer
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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
Which succulent variety should I get? View answer
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