Many people think that succulents are indestructible, but this couldn’t be further from the truth! Succulents still have needs just like any other plant. Proper attention to watering and light needs are critical to understand for this group of plants. Although succulents can be considered tougher than many other types of plants, their needs still […]
Succulents are uniquely looking, beautiful and easy to grow. If you want an outdoor colorful garden or an indoor peace of nature, succulents are a great choice for you. Succulents can be the first choice for a gardening newbie because of their durable nature. In other words, it’s hard to kill them. They don’t need that […]
Photo by: Mountain Crest Gardens Caring for your succulents during the winter can give you a headache, especially if you’re a newbie to subject. If you’re growing them indoors, then it only takes you a few adjustments and your little piece of nature will be fine. But, if you’re growing your succulents outdoors, you may need to move them in for winter. This […]
We all like to give our plants the best start in life. This will, in turn, produce a healthy, strong and ultimately, happy plant. We choose a suitable setting for them, taking into account their native temperature, light requirements, water and nutrient needs. Within the world of nature, there are some aspects that we cannot […]
(1) Before start sowing, you need to know that all the species belonging to the Tephrocactus genus are not easy to germinate, and it may take up to four years to see the seedlings. The Tephrocactus seeds have a very low probability of growth due to an inhibitor that covers them. Click here if you […]
Stenocactus are easy to grow, sow the seeds preferably in spring due to the fresh temperatures. If you live in a cool place, you can create an induced artificial climate. These plants germinate very fast so the right container may be a flowerpot or a seed tray. Keep in mind that every time you use […]
Choose the right container it can be a seed tray or a pot. Note that, if you sow in a seed tray you have to transplant the seedlings when they become mature. Senecio plants are succulents so the soil must have good drainage. A good soil must be a combination between cactus mix and sand, […]
Sowing Sempervivum in a seed tray or a pot is a good option. Remember that the wider the container, the better. The length of the recipient should be no more than 12 cm (4.72 in). As every other succulent the soil must be one with good drainage. Combining cactus mix and sand, pearlite, or another […]
The best months to sow Sedum seed are from March to April (spring) or from June to August (summer-late summer). If you plant the seeds in spring, the adequate temperature should be more than 15-18º C (60-65º F). In winter the minimum temperature required is 10º C (50º F). You can choose the container of […]
The best time to plant Pleiospilos is in late spring and summer. One of the most important things when sowing seeds are to give to them, air, light, and a warm temperature. If you are going to sow in another season, you should create an artificial environment with a heat mat and artificial lights. You […]