You can see examples of medusoids displayed at succulent plant shows in artistic hand-built pottery. These are not likely to enhance your knowledge of medusoids. Some boxes can be mishandled during shipping. Your succulents may become crushed easily if this happens. As always, we try to do our best. However, this can complicate things, but in a positive way. Euphorbia Caput-medusae's unique blooms and long arms make it stand out. Terracotta cans are ideal for gardening as they allow air and moisture to flow freely. Metal pots are becoming very fashionable, even though you may not be familiar with them. It is essential that succulents are not overwatered. Therefore, it is recommended to plant them in pots with drainage holes. Once the plants are established and fully rooted, I carefully place them in a mix of cactus earth and perlite. You're probably sick of hearing it, but succulents thrive when there is adequate drainage.

The space that you use to mix the soil will determine how much you need. This can be used for planting your plants or making a bed outside. A succulent garden doesn't need to be large. You need to know where a specific type of plant came from. The flowers must be cut down if they are higher than the cacti. They can produce amazing results when used properly. This is a common problem when roots are rotting. Roots will often be retained by suculents that have runners or pups. Echeverias enjoy having their roots kept cool. However, they are still inspiring. The concept of repetition is reminiscent of our preschool years when we were given a variety to group like with like. In frost-free environments, however, the plant can grow to be quite large if it is given regular water and fertile soil. Succulents are a type of succulent that stores water in their leaves to withstand drought. They can be found mostly in hot, dry climates.

This great info about medusoid euphorbias comes from "Spiny Succulents Euphorbias Cacti and Other Sculptural Succulents" by Jeff Moore, a renowned nurseryman who owns Solana Succulents in San Diego. Peter Walkowiak (along with many other succulents or cacti) is a top medusoid-euphorbia grower. Some cacti aren't only green. Due to extensive hybridization, the colors and types can differ from the original Echinopsis. Although succulents can be hardy, they are susceptible to shock just like other plants. They can not only infest your home but also cause irreparable harm to your hardy plants. When exposed to extreme heat or full sun, some succulent plants develop reddish tips. Here are some tips to make your succulents last in these locations without using soil. Here are some soil and soil amendment suggestions.

The following text and photos are the property of Jeff. I have given permission to use them with my thanks. Such plants should be displayed in their entirety as seen here. What does increased awareness do for plants? Check out my YouTube channel Oh No! for more help. If you have ever wondered what succulents to use for your container, especially art pottery, my YouTube video Tips for Perfect Succulent Art Pot Pairings is a must-see. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications whenever I release new videos. Follow my guidelines in this 3-min video, and you'll be amazed at how polished and perfect your plant-pot combos will be! Here are two basic design principles that will help you create succulent art and pot pairings. I was able to find some great products that helped me organize my garden space and I love how it looks now! This is a golden opportunity for an enterprising succulent enthusiast or nursery with adequate space (she has several greenhouses of plants). Concerned about your plant?

This is only a sample of the plants he exhibits and sells. Tina also sells reference on online succulent stores. Tina states that succulents are not difficult to grow. Crassula, also known as Crassula ovata, is an easy-to-remember succulent that is suitable for beginners. In succulents, dormancy is typically caused by three environmental factors: temperature fluctuation, light levels, and water availability. The indoor temperature doesn't drop much, at least not significantly. Because it is a crested plant, you'll need to be inventive with your propagating techniques in order to preserve its unique shape. The combination of lush, colorful succulents in a pedestal pot may look difficult but once you get the hang of it, it is quite simple. This simple watering technique will allow you to water your succulents and ensure they thrive. Repeat and contrast colors, textures and forms-it's as simple as that! Contrast engages and jolts, repetition soothes and comforts...

From my book, Succulent Container Gardens: "Contrast and repetition are the two most important design elements. I'm obsessed with succulent landscaping and the evolution. I wrote two editions of Designing with Succulents over ten year spans. Because of its spherical nature, it is a great choice for anyone wanting to create a more geometrically-oriented landscaping design. This drought-tolerant plant is ideal for a container garden, and you can also plant it in rock gardens. You can host a beautiful bridal shower. Now you know that particular plant is vulnerable and needs a protected location. My Alligator plants are losing their color, but they keep growing. They appear to be healthy and green. The bottom leaves, which have hundreds of nats and are reddish brown in color, are still growing. It was planted at the San Diego Botanic Garden’s "Undersea" exhibit in 2006. Since then, it has been happy growing. Oct. 2018: Tina demonstrates how to water lithops in the annual Palomar Cactus & Succulent Society Sale at San Diego Botanic Garden. Tina states that she is ready to retire and sell her company.