The majority of aloe vera succulents we have mentioned above have tall, flowering stems which don't branch out. The 'Peruvian Old Lady,' which can grow to 7 feet in their natural environment, will likely reach around 10 inches when grown in a pot. Once it is established, in a pot or in the ground, it is fast-growing and very low maintenance. Although you can grow succulents without the need for a hole in a pot, it is not recommended. These nine miniature succulents will impress no matter how small your space. Particularly rich in decomposing organic material.