A succulent potting mixture will give you better results. Use potting mix that contains loam, sand and peat moss or compost mixed in equal amounts to create a light mixture for your succulents. A simple but effective mixture has worked well for me. You can be creative with them by using them along with pools and ponds. You can permanently scare your plants if you expose them to too much sun. You can also risk waterlogging and squishy leaves if your plant gets too much. Echeveria is among the most recognized succulents and grows in beautiful shapes with colorful leaves.