Succulent elves take a break from the cold and get ready to transform the garden into a Christmas wonderland. Along with the Spath family's home and test garden, the property includes a 2,400-square-foot greenhouse, and---remarkable for a small nursery---a tissue-culture lab. It is a good idea to use a small watering bottle, or even a spray can. Huernia zebrina is a good houseplant even for small spaces, as its spread can be limited by the size of the pot. These remarkable specimens are just a few of the many he has available. The selection is constantly changing.

Cacti meet the aesthetic requirements and also have an edginess that makes them "not your grandma's succulents." A growing interest in succulent oddities has also led to windowsill gardens with an extraterrestrial aesthetic. Because the Agave plant has excellent resistance and can tolerate neglect, it is the most water-intensive. Keep the soil moist during these seasons, but just enough to avoid excess water that may lead to root rot. Keep in mind that root rot spreads fast so it is likely you will not be able save the cactus for very long.

They are very familiar with basic succulent care and have successfully propagated many large plants. You can propagate them from leaves but it is more difficult and less reliable than using stem cuttings. Chicks and hens can be easily propagated, as with most succulent plants. Remember that they are from dry areas where there is little rainfall. The growth of your cacti can be greatly affected by water retention. It is therefore important to select the right soil. These tiny plants can be cared for just like a mature Crassula mysembryanthemoides.

These include a clear bowl made of glass, at least five succulents or cacti, a special succulent potting mix, pebbles that will drain, decorative pebbles, paper towels and decorative sand. They are usually small so I leave them in random places. You can save space by keeping your plants indoors in smaller pots and containers. This will help you control their growth and reduce the need to repot. Chopsticks can be used to support the plant and to add soil to the pot.