The concept for this year's mini-tree was one by Margee Rader in my book, Succulent Container Gardens. The glass jar lid looks almost like ice. However, any container can work including a flowerpot. A small, shallow container makes the cutting look proportionally large and treelike. Unlike their spaced-out counterparts, tight-packed arrangements are considered to have a more rounded, finished look since the pot is already brimming with flowers. Remember that succulents should look like they are part of an underwater flora or fauna living in a coral reef. Succulents love fresh air and breezes. This plant enjoys the sun, so it's best to keep it indoors. Jade, for example, survives under- or over-watering, starts readily from cuttings, seldom gets pests, loves sun but tolerates shade, and will grow indoors or out if protected from freezing temps.

This succulent can tolerate moderate frost and freezing temperatures but not for extended periods. The Rat's Tail Cactus cactus is one species that can withstand lower temperatures than the freezing point. While planting cactus is not easy, there are some tricks and techniques that can make your next attempt a success. Although Saguaro can grow up to 40ft, it is essential that your pot be sturdy. Lepismiumcruciforme can receive up to 157 inches per year in South America's rain forests. Sabine states that decorating succulents is no different from decorating shrubs. Sabine Hildebrand lights holiday lights in her garden. A unique desert plant, the bishop's crown is beloved for its bright and easy-going appearance. Thank you for reading! Thank you to all our loyal Succulent City readers. Jim Sudal’s cactus-pad holiday trees are a refreshing interpretation of the traditional fir. They are perfect for the dry, heat Southwest.

Cactus pad Christmas tree. New this year are gift and decor collections that feature echeverias, cactus and spiral succulents. Succulent Chic has hundreds of decorative and gift options based upon my most beautiful succulent photos. Another classic with great photos. Zazzle is an online fulfillment platform that allows you to upload your own images and artworks, create custom products, open a store, and even set up a website. I would love for your photos to be posted on Instagram or Facebook. Tag me @DebraLBaldwin. Although I love hens and chicks, I have only recently been able to grow them year-round. Because I have lots of plants, and not much time to care for them all, I use a water hose. You are fine as long the plants that you choose have similar maintenance requirements. Just remove any insects from the plants and you're good to go. Are There Any Other Useful Traits That Help the Cactus to Survive in Deserts?

Because there are so many beautiful ones, I created an extra page to showcase the best. Then place the plantlets on the soil's surface and make sure there is some distance between them. To make glass balls look like they hang from branches, I turned the three-stemmed cut upside down and added beads to the glue. Sedum Rubrotinctum Jelly Bean Plant’, a native to Mexico, has small, plump, and green-colored leaves. Crassula umbeltifolia "Ripplejade" can either be propagated from offsets or leaves. You can also train some to grow in different directions by cutting just above a small branch pointing in the desired direction. A small, metal-pin-based floral frog holds the cut upright. White sand with propagate blue chalk sticks shimmers conceals the plant and suggests that it is snowy. You can also replace potting media with sand to get better rooting. Avoid using municipal water containing chlorine for watering.

Get my free cheat sheet and learn how to water succulents. Before you can grow these amazing plants, however, you must first be aware of the types of cacti available and their unique needs. No. However, depending on which cacti were in contact with your skin the effects can be more severe than you might think. Soft scales also secrete a type of wax that serves to protect them. Jim says that the gloves, called Thorn Armor, were designed to protect your hands. It's important not to let the soil dry completely before watering your Sedum. However, you shouldn't water too frequently. Once the soil feels dry enough to touch, soak it with water. In summer you may need more water, especially if the weather is particularly hot or dry. You can, however, reduce your watering in winter. You may have to water your plants more often during spring and fall when they are actively developing.

Some are sharp, and can cause severe injury. Other spines are more subtle and less irritating. While you can do without drainage, if you are careful not to overwater it, it is better to drill a hole. It may be worth drilling a hole if the pot is very expensive, or if you have an antique. I also painted the pot to match the gold of the spines, and so the combo looks good during the day as well as at night. Jim is not the only one who has stands of Opuntia ficus-indica (pricklypear) in Phoenix. This succulent is iconic to the area. C.tetragona like other Crassula is simple to grow succulents. Three of the ten succulent smartphone cases. Zone nine, which is the most harsh, can see summers lasting up to ten months. It amazes me how Zazzle keeps coming up with new products that can be customized by artists. All these conditions are necessary to ensure that the bright yellow flowers, as well as the spiky ones, can be seen when they arrive. Echeveria can also grown from stem or leaf cuts. "Many people are familiar with succulents. However, using them in the landscape can be a challenge.