Are you a Pinterest user? Have you ever looked at succulent gardens on Pinterest or done some online shopping for them on Etsy. The two genera I listed above were the only ones that I could find consistently to be poisonous or potentially dangerous for animals and humans. It was in terrible condition when I finally found it at the local nursery. One of the more commonly known poisonous succulent is the Euphorbia family. Echeveria, Pachyphytum, and Gasteria are all commonly used in wreaths but don't be afraid to use a more unusual variety such as Portulacaria afra or Euphorbia tirucalli.

Is your succulent hard or soft? You should water your succulent as soon as you notice it is getting too dry. We are sure you will agree that it is more painful than finding a rare plant and then having it die within a few weeks. Succulents are great for their ease of care. If you're not a pro at gardening, it's easier to manage them. You can learn a lot about indoor succulent gardening by doing some research.

I saw my first crested succulent, at least in person, in the garden of Mimi of I Dream of Succulents. This Aloe was one my favorite succulents while I was there. You may find some plants easy to identify while others are more difficult, especially when it's a hybrid. The stem might appear longer and the spaces between them may get wider. Trichomes are structures on the leaves of air plants that help them absorb nutrients from the air and water. These colors are still visible on the side that is in shade, but they are less obvious.

This large, evergreen succulent is characterized by its huge, thick, long, and slender leaves. The leaves are cupped, with a range of colours from powdery-blue to broad grey. Sometimes, this will mean you have to remove large portions types of succulent the plant. My Grandma's piece had a large opening in the middle that was perfect for planting.