Succulent and Cactus Care

Care tips for growing desert succulents and cactus plants as houseplants.

Prevent Succulent & Cactus Overwatering

holding an echeveria

Many people would tell me about their experiences with growing succulents and cactus. The majority admitted to not having any success and don’t really know why.  When I ask about their specific experience, the majority were overwatering.  They are plant…

Signs of Dehydrated Succulent & Cactus

aloe and echeveria

How to know if your succulent and cactus needs water.   Your plant will show signs. When succulents and cactus become dehydrated they start looking deflated and limp.  Although these plants come from dry climates, they still need a good amount…

Soil Matters

potting baby succulents

The type of soil used for cactus and succulent plants really matters.  Soil must contain grit to allow quick water drainage.  Succulent and cactus plants don’t like their roots to stay wet.  These plant quickly quickly absorb the water it…

Water for Succulents & Cactus

collection of cactus and succulent plant varieties for blog article

Succulents and cacti are low maintenance plants that require less frequent waterings.  However, “less frequent” does not mean to give your plant very little water.  Saturate your plant and soil when it’s time to water.    Succulent and cactus plants…

Care Tips for Succulents

indoor succulents

Most succulents naturally grow in arid or semi arid regions around the world. They also can make great houseplants. They are easy to grow and care. However, if you are use to growing tropical plants, you will need to make…