For a series of video adventures about succulents, Annie Schreck (on-air host, researcher at Mountain Crest Gardens) will be joining me. Mountain Crest Gardens, which I proudly represent, is the largest postal-order succulent supplier. Aloe barberae (also known as Aloe bainesii and Aloidendron barberae), Africa’s largest aloe vera is stunning, dramatic, and sculptural. Jeff explained that his former home was destroyed by a wildfire in 2008. It also damaged an Aloe barberae. Although nurseries might sell boxesed, rooted specimens for thousands of dollar, Aloe barbarae can be started from cuttings. Even large, branched ones that are several feet in length, it is not uncommon to find them sold at nurseries. I suspect you may be, too, when you browse the eye-candy below. You can eventually see your succulent roots rot if they are exposed to too much water. Trunks and bases get massive over time, so don't plant close to buildings, pipes or pools. Your plant may be fine if it hasn't had too much sun for a few days. It might make sense to remove a portion of your Christmas Cactus that is already quite small. This plant can only be propagated from leaves if the entire leaf has been removed.

Let's take a moment to discuss overwatered succulent solutions. Jeff plants cuttings, truncheons in sand for a few weeks. To kill pests, dip cotton swabs and 70% isopropyl-rubbing alcohol in a bowl. Pesticide soap products can paralyze pests when they reach the area it has been applied. For them to work, they must be eaten by the pests. Page 114 – In the Thinking Outside the Pot section I am a little unsure about the statement that "succulents do not depend on their roots for survival." They can live for a very long time off their reserves but eventually they will need to plant some new roots. Roots that look or feel dry and black may be suffering from rot. Perhaps, you are like many other black thumbs. You're the one who, despite all efforts, never succeeds in gardening. The world of container gardening is where we all happily intersect. In this article, we will show you how water indoor cactus plants properly and how they can thrive.

Your succulent stores all the water it requires within its leaves. Any water left in the soil will only be harmful to your baby. The roots may be beginning to rot due to excess water if the leaves turn brown or become soft. Root rot can only be prevented if you keep the soil dry between waterings. You can quickly let your succulent go if it doesn't get the balance right. It helps the potting medium dry faster. This is something your succulents will appreciate as they won't be able to thrive in waterlogged soils. Proper watering is key to choosing the right soil mixture or growing medium. This simple piece is called a hand poked dots work tattoo. This unique method of tattooing requires no machine. As you see, I used the second technique of placing the stems flat upon the soil. Native to Southern Mexico, Sedum Burrito is known for their long, hanging stems covered with dense, plump, lime-green to blue-green leaves. You can also opt for stems with roots.

If you have room in your garden and your climate is mild with a maritime influence, consider adding a tree aloe or two. Yes, he'll cut you a tree Aloe limb. Sometimes, you will need earth-moving tools. Make sure you get enough sun. Full sun, Partial sun, Partial shade. Your grow light should be somewhere in this range, preferably as intense as the succulent's native environment. Your succulents will require more water during warm, dry months than they would during their winter dormancy. Minimal rainfall is another problem, so the Laguna Beach Water District and the garden club work tirelessly to raise community awareness of water conservation. Laguna Beach Garden Club hosts and organizes the tour. When I go on the Laguna Beach Gate & Garden Tour, it is a time when I hunt succulents. Laguna has its challenges. The magazine did not have the space to accommodate all my ideas. Debra wrote you to the nursery managers and owners. Jeff's home nursery, which is situated mealy bugs on plants a 4.5-acre plot of botanic gardens, has every plant available for sale. Although it does not impact the health and growth of mature plants it can affect their growth.

What starts out in a 3-inch pot in MCG's greenhouses may in coastal Southern CA become immense in 20 years. Give the plant a good soaking until water drains out of the hole of the pot. Your Spiral Spurge needs to be well-drained. It can be purchased from a local nursery as a commercial mix of cactus. We have already mentioned that you can propagate your plants from a Crassula-ovata parent plant. It is important to ensure that both the cuttings and the plants are healthy in order to obtain the highest yield. Plant in fast-draining, loamy, sandy soil. If the soil feels moist, give your plant another day or two before you water. When positioning your snake plant indoors, consider possible contact with children or pets. Use garden scissors to cut them as neatly as you can. If necessary, give preference to the offspring. The Water District's headquarters has a marvelous succulent garden. Because winter is the rainiest season in my area, I don't water the plants.

There are many winter dormant species of succulents including air plants and cactus. Annie and me discuss why succulents are so successful in the flower and garden worlds. Laura Eubanks, Design for Serenity, with The Succulent Babe (soon to become The Succulent Toddler), standing in front of her mounded garden. Celebrity designer Laura Eubanks grew a massive mound of succulents and explained it to a large audience. It is a good idea to practice propagating these pesky plants before you make a big investment. Annie moved from northern CA to the Epicenter of All Things Succulent. According to my knowledge, these plants cannot reproduce from leaf cuttings. Succulent plants can be resilient but require special conditions to ensure their longevity. It's also a good idea that you don't plant your succulents at the bottom or side of a slope.

Instead, you can use water to your advantage. I often use a top-dressing that incorporates subtle tones from different succulents. This helps pull together all the elements. During their week in San Diego, I took Annie and Jeremy-the-videographer to top succulent destinations (some well known, some not). To not spoil any surprises, you can find a list all of the San Diego (and Beyond) succulent destinations on this site. Laguna's annual SmartScape Expo takes place here. It is a free family event that features experts in landscape design, workshops, irrigation advice, and much more. Succulents are both water-wise and beautiful, making them a popular choice for landscape solutions. Now that you have learned all about watch chain succulents, it is time for the most important part: caring for your plant. You can expect some succulents to survive the heat, while others may wilt if left unattended. This depends on the variety of plant. This will create the most beautiful floral arrangements. Descriptions can help you narrow down your choices. You will find a variety of luxurious hotels, spas, restaurants, and other places to enjoy the city's many amenities. But, there are also plenty of places to view the beauty of Sonoran Desert.