Also commonly referred to as Crawling Octopus, this evergreen succulent comes in green and reddish tones. Be sure to allow the plant time to settle in before the cold weather strikes. 7. When the plant matures, get more sunlight and less watering. Other than creating a watering schedule, let the potting mix tell you when you need to water your succulent. This is what you must do as a gardener to meet your plants' needs. The plants don't need too many water. You shouldn't give it too much. If it's indoor, placing your plant near a window is even much better.