The best way to keep your succulent happy is to place it in full shade or partial sun. If you are not in the USA's hardiness zones 9b-11b, it is best to keep this plant indoors. The key is to ensure that your plant is not exposed to temperatures cooler than 25 degrees Fahrenheit or minus 3.9 degrees Celsius. Translucent or black leaves may also be a sign that your succulent is not getting enough water. If your plants have suffered from excessive moisture or you have left them outside during heavy rains, it might be worth drying them. Elephant Bushes are common landscaping plants in warmer climates because of their low maintenance and striking appearance. The most effective method of controlling pests is to use neem oils. Insecticidal soap is another common method of getting rid of garden pests. If your plant doesn't get enough sunlight, you can move it around. Once the roots are dry enough that they are no longer at risk of rotting you can plant the pot again.

You are free to play around with the different options until you find one that works for you. This works on many pests. But it's worth researching the specific pests to make sure. Certain plants perform better when shipped in small containers rather than bare roots. So do your research and find out what works best for you. It doesn't matter if your plants are underwatered, overwatered, or have pests. Your plants may surprise what they can withstand. In quartz stone fields, Crassulas thrive. You can send succulents or cacti via the mail to any location. Mexican cereus, saguaro and other poisonous cacti are the plants that produce taproots. Arizona is where the largest specimens have been reported. Here, they receive more rain than Mexican counterparts. You should also make sure to check on your plants at the very least once a week. Cacti and succulents are extremely hardy plants that can withstand extreme conditions in their natural environment.

Two watering methods are popular for succulents. Don't overwater your succulents. Once you are certain that the main stem is free of leaves, place it in a well-drained area and water it once it dries. If you've made the mistake of using the wrong type of soil or a container without a drainage hole, this is your opportunity to make better choices. 2. Add water to the container until it rises above the stones. 2. Do not keep the seeds in temperatures above 21 degrees Celsius or 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the minimum temperature at 60oF. Provide sufficient light exposure, such as six hours per day in direct sunlight. The plant should receive approximately six hours of sunshine each day.

Succulents make a great addition to your home or office. With so many choices, you may be tempted to spend a fortune at your local garden shop. Nontoxic pesticides are recommended to prevent infestations. These can be purchased at your local garden shop. In addition to homemade repellents, many store brands can be used as a deterrent for cats. They can remain in bloom for up to a week and are a beautiful shade of magenta. You may need to shade young plants if your area experiences high temperatures during the day of 80degF and higher at night. You will notice a distortion in their appearance if you put them in the shade. They will start to grow too long and spread out. If you'd prefer to let nature do the hard work for you, you may also look into using beneficial insects in your garden.

Let the cutting touch and feel the soil. Allow the cutting to touch the soil for the first few days, and then water it as needed. This will allow the roots to grow. Over-head watering can spread diseases and infections from unhealthy leaves to healthy leaves which becomes very hard to control. They mainly suck the root juices. This causes the cactus rot. If root rot is a concern, it might be worth washing off the excess soil before drying your plants. It is a bad idea to have some plants bloom in the summer while others will bloom in winter. They may be small and bloom in spring or winter, with very tiny flowers. However, many people love their distinctive leaves, which come in a variety of colors, including purple-black, green or variegated yellow or white. Although succulents may turn yellow and develop brown or black spots when they are in distress, they will eventually appear transparent. Scales are small, gray-colored oval-shaped pests that can be found on succulent leaves and stems. You should also ensure that you don't bring any pests with you to infest your succulents. You can also try pruning away areas that have been heavily damaged by sunburn or pests.