Lithops, small, stemless succulent plants of the Aizoaceae Family, are native to southern Africa. It is easy to break the roots and they can be spread in the new dirt with gentle handling. It is not possible to repot if the rot has advanced to the stem or leaves. These insects can sap the life from the leaves, making them shrivel and droopy. Eventually, they will fall off because of a lack of nutrients. These plants have the ability to store water in their stems, roots, and leaves. Your climate and temperature will determine the best time to water your outdoor echeveria plants. However, in general it is better for them to be watered at dusk, or when the temperatures are low. It is best to water your echeveria plant bi-weekly or every other month. But, it is important that you remember that echeveria plants do not require a lot of fertilization. They love rainwater and need well-draining earth. You should provide a suitable, well-draining pot mix. For better drainage, I prefer to use cactus potting mix with perlite. However, if you are using true organic fertilizer like compost manure, you may need to worry too much about timing as these can remain in the soil much longer and will only be sued by the plant when the need arises.

The propagation of these plants is very simple, however you will need to wait for them to grow and mature into mature plants. This naturally takes a longer time. The best way to propagate these plants is by separating the pups and removing the offsets from the mother plant. The best way to go about this is to move it during the spring or summer. Make sure your potting mixture drains well. In summer, fertilize the plants at least once every four week with a high potassium fertilizer. You should also avoid watering your new plants for more then a couple of weeks. You may want to water your plants more often in the summer months, especially if they are experiencing a very hot climate. To avoid your cactus sitting in wet soil, you will want to pot it in a cactus mix. Next, you will need to plant the callused ends of the cutting in a well draining potting mixture that has been lightly irrigated. You can apply the fertilizer directly to soil, or mix it up with water and add it to your watering regimen. To relieve pain, the gel in the aloe leaf can be applied to cuts, scrapes, or even sunburns.

Aloe Vera can also help lock in moisture, protecting you from dry seasons and harsh winds. The plants' leaves will become shaded in the dry season. Indoor plants should be placed in an area that gets at least partial shade when taken outdoors. Place coarse gravel in the bottom of your pots if they do not have drainage holes. The soil should have an acidic or neutral pH. A neutral pH - The soil pH is an important factor in choosing the right fertilizer. It is easier to choose the aloe vera plant which suits your needs. Gasteria, Aloe Vera and haworthia varieties all have a unique white appearance that creates a wonderful texture. Find out whether you should propagate your succulents in soil or water.

Echeveria plants can be grown in both pots and gardens. There are many varieties available. Echeveria plants need to be watered only when the soil has dried to at least an inch. It is much more difficult to 'fix' a drowned plant than a one that has been overwatered. One teaspoonful of the fertilizer will work with one gallon of water. Miracle-Gro Suculent Plant Food is a liquid fertilizer that gives your cacti a healthy boost. You can apply fertilizer to your cacti using a half-strength fertilizer. Your cacti can also benefit from organic fertilizer, which provides beneficial compounds that are easily absorbed by the plants. This type of Cacti prefers soil that is alkaline to neutral and well-draining. Overwatering this type of cacti, especially when the temperature becomes too cold, can easily lead to root rot. Preparing this kind of manure is much the same as making regular cups of tea. If you prefer going organic for your fertilizer, then you may be tempted to create your own manure tea. The entire plant could die if the sunburn is severe enough.

You will love the diversity in the different types of echeveria plant varieties that are available. This is another method for propagating echeveria flowers. Cacti, desert plants, are adapted to survive in semi-arid and arid climates. Cacti are safe to have around pets? Echeveria belongs to the Crassulaceae plant family and is a genus made up of succulents that are mostly Mexican. Echeveria can be propagated easily, especially if you have it for a while. You can divide it into small groups with four to five mini plants. Concentrated fertilizers provide a boost for weak plants, and they can be restored to their normal health in record-breaking time. This is the easiest way for echeveria to be propagated. Echeveria plants are tolerant of neglect. If the pot is small or does not have drainage holes, they don't require much water.

Some growers are very successful at using compost and compost to nourish their succulents. These insects are tiny and can eat plants' sap. They do this by sucking it up through a long tube. If the tube is too long, it can cause the plant to become wilted. To avoid them absorbing too much water as the roots begin to grow, it is important to water them as little as possible. The brightest possible window is essential. If your pot is small then you would mostly need pebbles and pumice, or smaller rocks. I simply throw the fallen leaves into the pot and let them root naturally. Before pruning the roots, carefully remove the succulent from its pot. Repotting, however, gives the root more space and makes it easier to heal any infection. The tolerance to heat is higher in mature plants than it is for smaller plants. The leaves grow in clusters along the stem, and they can be pointed or flat. Sedums like slightly acidic water so you can use rainwater or distilled water to feed them.