Some succulent plant owners will tell you late summer is best. It is best to grow succulents with minimal attention in full sun or in shade. Even though the plant has been in full sun for some time, they can still be sunburned by extreme heat or heat waves. You'll need gradually to increase the sunlight levels of your succulent over a number of weeks, especially if it hasn't had direct sunlight for more than a day. They prefer neutral to slightly acidic soil, but even highly high pH levels seldom harm the plant. At maturity, this plant can reach 18 inches tall and two feet wide.

It takes very little effort to propagate your favorite succulent. This is a great activity that the entire family can enjoy. After the plant has been established, give it to a family member or friend. This plant is extremely drought-tolerant. You will need to water it carefully. A: Each type of succulent requires different amounts of sunlight exposure. Q: Do cacti get sun burnet? Cacti are susceptible to sunburn, so it's important to keep them out from direct sunlight on hot summer days. 3.