The video I had created for Succulent Garden Container Gardens was released in 2010. Protect from frost. Do not allow any non-draining container to become saturated by rain or automated irrigation. Timber Press' channel contains How to Plant an Succulent Garden. It is 6:13 min., with 400K views. The resulting releases: How to Create a Succulent Pocket Garden with Laura Eubanks (12:37 min., 347K views) and Laura Eubanks' Succulent Garden Design Secrets (3:40 min., 323K views) are among my channel's most popular. Pat graciously thanks Laura Eubanks for the inspiration in her post. Seven years ago, Laura Eubanks, a San Diego succulent designer, was amazing at explaining and demonstrating her methods. Since then, Laura has gone on to become a garden celebrity---deservedly so---and to create her own hugely popular YouTube channel. She also mentions "Make A Succulent-Topped pumpkin," the YouTube tutorial Laura and I created back in 2013, when topping pumpkins using succulents was a new idea. See my post on essential items for planting succulents to see this list. You may be tempted to fix things that aren't working, but you will also be amazed at the beauty and potential for improvement.

These mutations can occur due to any physical stress a succulent may be exposed to. You might choose one of these options based on the available space. These strange creatures can be found anywhere there is light, air, and water. Our entire ebook collection is now available. Since it grows so slowly, you can keep the plant small by trimming it back since it would take almost ten years for it to reach its full size of two feet in diameter. As the plant gets older, its shape becomes more oval. Once the plant is established you can slowly introduce it to direct sunshine, but it should not be exposed to too much sun. You can prevent sunburn by making sure the succulent gets at least four hours of sunlight each day. Although the low-growing, vigorous species can still thrive with less than six hours sunlight per day it must be kept at least four hours. Pat "fixed" her pumpkin with a dozen seedpod sprays that were each approximately four to six inches in diameter. Pat Roach, Cerritos (CA) was my Instagram friend and I discovered my new favorite succulent pumpkin. Pat says it's because her original design required something. I love the airy, light look of this succulent pumpkin.

Pat used green, orange, and red to vary the colors in the nandina Pods. Cactus plants come with a variety of sizes and colors. This will ensure that the plant doesn't strain for sunlight and helps to develop stunning colors around it. The best time to water is during the active summer phase. Many average sized succulents can be cut with either a sturdy pair of scissors or gardening shears so don't be afraid to try different types of cutting tools to see what works best for you and your garden. Successfully Growing Succulents teaches you how to put all the pieces together. It will help you create the perfect schedule for your succulents in your climate. This will give your succulents the confidence and skills they need to thrive for many years. You'll need to thoroughly research each and every plant that you bring home in order to provide it with the best care possible.

The offshoot must dry before it can be planted in a well-draining area. As mentioned, the jade plant should only be watered when the soil is dry. As it is used in dry, hot climates, humidity should not be a concern. It is unpalatable to most pests because of its toxic sap. We are home to some of the finest designers, experts, private nurseries, and private succulent gardeners. And if you have a successful YouTube channel yourself, what would you suggest? YouTube is all about showing step-by-step how to do something. That's a no-no. YouTube is a form of social media, which means it's interactive. To compare, watering with frozen ice cubes requires that you take up space in the fridge. YouTube allows you to delete a video, but not fix it. This means that comments and view counts will be erased. Although the content of that first video is great, I noticed some neglected comments and questions. Right, so now that we understand that, how do we get more water and nutrients. Every three years, it is advisable to re-pot your string of buttons plant to get rid of old soil and replenish nutrients.

The grow tent immediately begins to deliver vital nutrients to your plants. This means that you'll have to reapply as frequently as your plants require. The problem was that they would always find a way around the tent to reach the plants. This makes it easy to assemble and lasts for months. Hot glue keeps the squash intact, which is important since succulents thrive on moisture in their leaves. This is a screenshot from my Succulents In A Clamshell DIY video. You'll see me make five mini arrangements in my DIY succulent dictionary with pictures Teacup Gardens video. I also show you how I made a teacup from a seed I planted 18months back. In my Zone 9b garden, you will find plant-pot pairings, holiday gift and project ideas, and favorite no-fail perennials. I used a variety of cuttings from my garden to make my three teacups.

It takes approximately a day to produce two to three minutes of finished video. A few hours of sunshine a day keeps the plants vibrant and healthy. I used two mugs: one as a vase to fill with water and the second as a container for a mammillaria succulent. The cup's Mammillaria plumbosa has almost doubled! The content is free and dedicated to enhancing your appreciation and knowledge of succulents. A simple bouquet can be created by succulents placed in a mug that's filled with water. To do this, add 1/4 to 1/2 strength fertilizer to the water you use for watering the plants. Plants on the right side: Oscularia Pendunculata. Aloe Vera plants, being succulents, have spreading roots that can be used to propagate plants at home. To find out more, visit our article Can Succulents Survive In My Work Environment. Succulents can be easily damaged and are delicate plants. To thrive, potted plants will need to have good drainage soil.

7. Make sure to clean up any soil left behind in the saucer. You should use mainly organic matter when preparing holiday cactus soil. It really doesn’t matter. When do succulents bloom? It shows you how I select and combine succulents inside a blue plant pot. Make the replant pot by mixing soil and substrate together and then pour it into the new container that receives the Haworthia clipping. 3. Put the conical framework in a large pot. Place the wider end in the pot. You can change the way you view your garden by using a camera lens, picture frame, or hand mirror. You can choose from any of these varieties, whether you are building a vertical garden or creating a hanging display. Some varieties of cacti are not meant to be tamed. Cacti can become fatal if root rot goes untreated for too long. Flowers won't grow and will need to be replaced, unlike cuttings. Most cuttings will root in a few months.