Succulents are some of the most popular plants due to their ability to thrive with low maintenance – they store water in their leaves, stems, or roots. Since there’s so many different varieties, they also make for an awesome display. This large plant species includes well-known varieties such as aloe and cacti, as well as some that are very much unknown. If you’re looking for a houseplant with minimal effort, succulents are the way to go! Here’s a few basic, general guidelines for growing top-notch succulents.
Why succulents?
- Able to survive dry conditions
- Perfect indoor companion
Light
- Bright, natural light preferred
- Signs of overexposure: brown or white leaves
Water
- Allow soil to dry between waterings
- Don’t overwater – overwatered plants are soft and discolored
- Underwatered plants will stop growing and begin to shed leaves.
Temperature
- Daytime: Between 70ºF and 85ºF
- Nighttime: Between 50ºF and 55ºF
Soil
- Should be fast-draining
Once you’ve found your perfect foliage, give it a bold, beautiful home with this simple copper-dipped planter DIY.
Have you tried growing succulents? If so, what tips do you have?
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I had two and my mom was holding my nephew and he knocked it out the window. It held on for a while after that but eventually died…
Oh gosh, I’m so sorry to hear that Christy! It always breaks my heart a little when one of my plant babes doesn’t pull through. They’re in a better place. <3