No .1 Succulent plants have thick, fleshy and engorged leaves They have them to retain water in arid climates or soil conditions. The word “succulent” comes from the Latin term sucus, which means juice, or sap. Succulent plants may store water in varied structures, such as leaves and stems. Succulents are usually considered as decorative plants …
Succulents are popular in many parts of the world. These unique plants with green and shiny leaves fit well into both modern and traditional houses and gardens. Apart from their esthetic value, however, and apparent health benefits (as any other green plants, they purify the air), succulents are believed to have a positive energy that …
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The beauty about succulents is that they are easy to propagate and maintain. You can propagate from both stems and leaves. However, in this post, we will just talk about leaf propagation. Obviously the first step is to pick a leaf that you want to propagate and start the process. Then, let the leaf to …
Crassula perforata is one of the most beautiful succulent plants you can have in your garden. But like other succulents, it has some special needs, and if you do not respect them, it will develop problems, and may eventually die. The common problems I see with mine crassulas is that the leaves and stems start …
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Growing succulents indoors and wanting to transfer outdoors, you may wonder how to do it in a way that won’t harm the plants. In this post, I will share with my personal experience with acclimating succulents, what I learned in the process, and what mistakes you should avoid. Remember that succulents that have been indoors …
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Seeing a succulent plant in this condition, you can easily say that there is something wrong going on. In this post, I will explain what causes this phenomenon, and also you can effectively treat it and save your succulent plants from dying. Many people think that succulent plants can survive anything, considering that the plants …
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If you are reading tips online, you may have come across many suggestions on the right soil for your succulents. Sometimes they are confusing. Now I will share with you my personal experience. I’ve been growing succulents for years, and believe to be able to tell whether perlite works for them or not. To start …
Succulents do not need a lot of attention in general, but they need a good soil mix to thrive. Since they are known to grow in a harsh semi-desert condition, the key is to give them a similar soil mix, and place them somewhere where they can get at least some sunlight daily. Most succulents, …
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Crown of Thorns is one of the most amazing and beautiful plants you can have in your garden or inside of your house. This plant surely gives your space a new look, and works like a magnet for the eyes of your visitors. However, Crown of Thorns is one of the more vulnerable succulent plants, …
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If you are living in a rural area, wildlife may be a challenge to deal with. In this post, I will share with you some of the tips on how to protect your succulents from wandering animals including deer. These lovely animals have good appetite. They devour virtually any plants they come across. But do …
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