Native to South Africa, this trailing succulent make an attractive hanging plant because of its vibrant colors. Here is a picture of my jelly bean plant that has been exposed to full sun, giving the leaves their reddish tinge. To read more about repotting Jelly Bean Plants, please click on "Jelly Bean Plant How To's". Leaves that are overwatered for jelly beans plants will appear translucent. A sunburned underwater plant will also have leaves that are shriveled. You will be able to save your String of Pearls plant if this happens. Stem cuttings is the easiest and most popular way to grow String of Pearls. The leaves are tightly compacted around the stem. Some flowers are brightly colored, and sweetly scented to attract birds, bees and other pollinators. The flowers are yellow. The plants are yellow in color. We often hear about overwatering.

However, if your Sedum Morganianum begins to look soft and mushy or starts to drop leaves, it could indicate that you are overwatering. You may have a stressed plant that is not in the right soil. Above are Zebra plant babies which I obtained from the plant. If the soil seems wet or plants have not been watered in a while, it is best to wait before you water. If the plants turn yellow, make sure to inspect the soil and check for drying time between waterings. click here on more info on online succulent stores on my resource page to see a list of products you could use to combat pests. A standard cactus mix can be used, but you can also add perlite to increase drainage. Add the honey to the water. In humid areas, you won't have to water as frequently. These plants can thrive in dry climates, even though they are very adaptable. The leaves will curl up and dry out if they don't get enough water. These plants have large storage capabilities in their stems.

Ladybugs can either be bought from local nurserymen or gardening suppliers. You can either leave the plant alone, and wait for the new growth to emerge as described above, or you may choose to remove the stems and propagate new plants. New plants emerge. The Portulacaria Afra (Elephant Bush) is another plant I have experienced a high success rate with stem propagation. Portulacaria Afra needs plenty of bright sunlight and can tolerate full sun. You have a variety of tools that can be used to test the moisture level in the soil or in the room, such as moisture meters or hygrometers. I couldn't resist. It is important that the plant receives enough sunlight to dry properly. Although it may seem as though the plant has stopped growing, this is completely normal behavior for aeoniums. It uses extreme winter temperatures but does not consider summer heat levels or maximum temperatures. These crates are great because they let in sunlight and keep the air moving. They also protect your plants from being trampled.

Clean the plants from dirt and debris that it has collected outside before bringing them inside. Use a clean or disinfected knife to carefully seperate the baby plant form its mother. Place the knife blade between mother plant and offshoot. If you have a few aeoniums and sempervivums growing in your yard, the death may go unnoticed because the nature of these plants is to produce offsets or baby plants around the mother plant. These plants are native to South Africa and grow in clusters that start out small but eventually spread out by producing offsets. Ants are attracted to the sweet substance these pests produce and will actually protect these pests to keep their food supply going. The leaves will feel flat and deflated. The soil must be dry to water again. When the soil's top inch feels dry, water it. The soil also helped the aeonium to thrive, even though they had few roots growing in water. Because I live in very dry conditions, I still water mines to keep them from drying out completely. They store water in their little round leaves.

The tiny banana-shaped leaves are difficult to root and propagate. Has emerald green leaves with a little bit of reddish edges depending on sun exposure. Fleshy green rosettes that turn burgundy at the base of the plant in winter. This is when you see the aeoniums shed a lot of the bottom leaves so that it seems as if most of the leaves are gone, and the rosettes close up. The rosettes are shaped like flowers and give it its common name "Black Rose". When choosing terracotta pots, look for thick walls for more durability. The cuttings plants actually look bigger and more healthy than the original one I took them from. The cuttings need to be kept out from direct sunlight. Graptopetalum parguayense Ghost Plant' thrives in areas that get plenty of partial, bright sunlight. To help you choose the right one for your specific needs, here is a quick overview of pots and planters made from different materials.

It does best when it has plenty of sunlight. Increase the amount of sun it gets until it becomes fully used to the sun. You might notice that the leaves become shriveled if you water once a month. Increase your watering frequency to once every two week and watch what happens. If the soil isn’t drying out between waterings and remains moist, you can transplant your plants to the correct potting mix to ensure their survival. If the soil is too acidic, horticultural lime added to the soil will correct the pH and make the soil more alkaline. Succulents need a well draining soil to prevent root rot. You can grow succulents indoors or outside, in containers or on the ground. The most important thing you should consider when choosing a mix for succulents: its ability to drain. Place the potting mix in a well-draining container. Use a fresh potting mix to repot your plant.

Before watering your plant, be sure to dry the potting soil. Sandy soil can also be used. There is nothing you can do about it once it starts to bloom. There are several types of pH testers that you can choose from: pH test strips, electronic meters, and chemical colored dyes. Crassula Ovata (or 'Jade plant) is a succulent that is native to South Africa and Mozambique. Native to Mexico, this pretty echeveria has gray-green leaves with pink-reddish margins. Because of their distinctive purple colour, they are a unique plant that is native to Namibia. Peat, coir, and mulch are all common organic materials that are added to succulent mixtures. You can find hanging baskets made from a variety materials or a combination of several materials like resin, plastics, coconut fibers and metal. These containers come in many shapes and sizes.