Propagate succulents in the early spring using either leaves, cuttings, or offsets. Keep them in a well-draining pot with ...

Out west, fall is the best time to move big cactus and succulents. The days are growing shorter, so they are dormant from the rigors of a long hot summer. Moisture content is lower inside the plants, ...

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Succulents are often thought of as slow-growing plants, but in fact, their growth rate depends on the type. At some point, all succulents need repotting—they may outgrow their current pot and be best ...

Ideally, the gardener should cut offsets in the spring, when the plant is ready to grow, rather than while it is in bloom. During that period, the plant is sending its energy into bloom ...

You might think that succulents would struggle to survive in winter - and in some cases, you'd be right. But how can you ...

Aloe plants are succulents, so they thrive on very little water. It's important to let their roots fully dry out between ...

A big mistake most people make is watering their succulents right after planting or transplanting. Lezlie Sterling [email protected] Succulents have been a favorite of expert gardeners, novices and ...

Taking care of houseplants, or, as some may call them, “plant babies,” can be a gratifying hobby. Horticulturist Marlene Simon at the UC Davis Botanical Conservatory posits that houseplants beautify ...

Known for being low maintenance and a favorite houseplant among millennials, succulents have been rising in popularity since 2007. By 2017, 15% of garden sales in the Midwest were succulents, a survey ...