Succulents are recognized as some of the easiest plants to grow and many common types are often recommended to amateurs and novices in the plant world. While it is true that succulents can survive (even prefer) heat and drought and therefore requires minimal care, there is a notorious problem, even the experienced have a hard …
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Despite their known resiliency to harsh and unforgiving environments, succulents are still susceptible to a number of pest infestations. The fleshy leaves of a succulent plant mean water-filled, nutrient-rich cells, the very thing that attracts these pesky little insects or fungus such as white fuzzy mold. If the conditions are met, they will surely make …
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Succulents have become a popular way to spruce up our homes. With their easy-going nature and adorable, thick fleshy leaves, not to mention the many varieties available out there, these plants have attracted many expert gardeners and plant enthusiasts alike. Starting a succulent collection can be quite daunting. There are lots of factors that you …
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Like your favorite magazine, you can actually have the latest succulents delivered to your doorstep. And what’s more, you can have these succulent delivery services scheduled every month! That’s right, succulent subscriptions have become available online so you can update and expand your collection without going to the market or nursery. A lot of these …
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Succulents come in a plethora of leaf patterns and arrangements we don’t often see in our common broad-leaved house plants. This is what makes them appealing and many growers even collect out of this world-looking succulents. One of the best types to start with is the moonstone plant, a tough succulent that will captivate you, …
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Shrubs can be a great addition to any backyard garden and can make an ordinary landscape look professional. Shrubs can be used to section off areas of your yard, add a little bit of privacy, or to add some mature looking plants to your backyard. Whatever your reasoning, there are types of shrubs that are …
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With its large collection of varied but equally beautiful succulents, Crassula has become one of the staple plants for many cactus and succulent collections. But with its many varieties, choosing the perfect plant and meeting its growth requirements may become quite a challenge. Read on to see the best types of crassula to choose from …
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Delightful and easy to care for, this rare succulent with leaves that resembles a pod of jumping dolphins is the perfect addition to any cactus or succulent collection. Read further to learn how to care for this adorable succulent. What is a String of Dolphins? Curio peregrinus, also known as string of dolphins or dolphin …
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Albuca spiralis is a species under the plant family Asparagaceae. It belongs to the extensive genus Albuca along with a hundred other species. Commonly called corkscrew albuca, the plant got its name from its quirky spiral leaves. The plant is native to South Africa where it grows in sandy, stony slopes (1). Facts about Corkscrew …
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Succulents are still among the most in-demand plants today. They come from different plant families that the beauty and interest they provide indoors is so diverse, you would want each one of them in your collection. Some people would even pay so much for species and varieties that the market decides as rare and exotic. …
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