It also offers other advantages, especially to succulent plants. This range will allow the plants to sprout well. Even if there is not enough rain, they will still use the water contained in their stems for flowering. It is possible to use succulents as decorations for cakes, saving money and reducing the cost of fresh flowers. The Wall Street Journal asked me to do an article on succulents for cold, northern climates. She stresses the importance to ensure good drainage. This holds true for all succulents.