Or you really want to try out that succulent wreath arrangement and hang it on your front porch. A mix of different textures and shapes can help you achieve better results. This one is very sad looking because it has been dehydrated, and the potting mixture it is sitting in is dry and old. Use a few drops soap in 2 cups water. Mix well. You could also try filtering light through a sheer drape. You don't need to travel far to use rubbing alcohol or nail varnish remover. The straw-like mouth part is inserted into the plant and used to suck out the nutrients.