Succulents require different lighting conditions for both the average and inductive growth periods. Foliar-feeding with a liquid seaweed, or kelp solution, can also boost blooming. You can either hot glue the succulents to the driftwood, or attach them with wires. If the plants have outgrown the pot, you can repot them every 2 to3 years to stimulate their growth. Can You Plant Multiple Cacti in One Pot? A desert rose has a healthy amount of foliage that can become problematic if not taken care of, sometimes becoming long and leggy over time.

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Many succulent plant owners will tell yo that the best time for them to be growing is in late summer. Growing with little-to-no attention in full sun or shady areas, the only real requirement is keeping the soil surrounding the plant well-drained to avoid rot due to over-watering. A plant that has been acclimated to full sun can still experience sunburn or sun damage under extreme heat or during a heatwave. If your succulent hasn't yet been exposed to direct sunlight for a full day, you will need to gradually increase the light levels over several weeks.

There are many varieties of succulent soils available on the market. You should therefore have many options. Bulk succulent boxes are available as "Assorted", 'Rosette", or 'Wedding' varieties (2/3 rosette, 1/3 Assorted) and in 2" and 2.5" options. The leaves come in shades of green, pink, and cream. They will thrive in partial or full sunlight. However, their color will deepen as the plant gets more light. This layer should not be disturbed by any touching of the plant.