A Beginner's Guide to Succulents
Background
Africa
Mexico
North American Deserts
Deserts all over the globe
Dry
Sandy, Well Draining Soil
Bright Sun
Pretty Drought Resistant
Reproduction
Leaf Propagation
Leaf
Plenty of sun and little water
Pink Roots Grow
Break up a little soil to lead roots in
A Whole New Plant!
Have Their Own Babies
Versatile Planting
Terrariums
Link to Tutorial
Small Spaces
Corks
Tutorial ^^
Picture Frames
Link to Tutorial
Plain Jane Pot with Rocks
Awesome Landscaping Ideas
In Bloom
Flowers
Unexpected Gifts :)
Different Colors
Growth
Small Pot
Stay small
Big Pot or Ground
Grow Big
Reproduce Like Crazy
Types (that I own)
Cactus
Aloe Vera
Black Prince
California Sunset
Lola
Blue Giant
Topsy Turvy
Plush Plant
Elephant Plant
haworthia Cuspidata
Burro's Tail
Aurora
Krinkle Plant
Vera higgins
Superbum
Jade necklace
Chicks 'n' Hens
The No Namers
Care
Summer
Love the bright sun
Some can get too much water
Can tell if sun is scorching them; spots on leaves
Winter
Winter Durable
Some do need protection from freezing temperatures
Saving them from Death
Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy
Very forgiving plants
If too much water, let it dry out. If not enough, give it a thorough watering
Unless it is too far gone, rotting etc., your plant is salvageable! Don't give up on your plants!
Watering
Don't need much
They Forgive your Forgetfulness
Overwatering
Root Rot
Discolored Leaves
All of them most definitely do not like water too often
Succulents with thicker leaves hold more water, therefore don't need to be watered as often.
Underwatering
Discolored Leaves
Don't need water often, but certain types need more water than others.
Potting
Can use cactus soil
Or just mix some sand in with regular garden soil
If the pot doesn't have a drainage hole, water the plant even less.
Feel & learn your plants' rhythm!
Less is more! Your main job is to admire.
Summary Paragraph
Have you given up on gardening? Have you dubbed yourself “The Black Thumb Bandit” because you kill every plant you touch? I get it. Plants and gardening is not everyone’s cup of tea; some people just cannot keep a plant alive no matter how much they try. Maintaining plants can be tricky because they all thrive in different ways. Some plants like direct sunlight, others prefer filtered light; some plants like acidic soil, while others prefer alkaline. It all can sound pretty overwhelming, and even my explanation of succulent care may sound the same. But, I promise. Succulents are very simple to care for. Even the notorious Black Thumb Bandit is capable of growing and maintaining them. They will forgive your forgetfulness, and actually, they will encourage it. You see, succulents are native to desert areas. They hail from Africa, Mexico, North American deserts; all around the world. They are accustomed to arid climates, and do not require frequent watering. Reconsidering another try at gardening yet? Let me tell you a little more about the magnificent world of succulents and you can decide. Succulents are beautiful not only in their appearance, but their simplicity as well, and they would make a lovely addition to your home and garden.