The Sun-loving succulent, this one is not for cold. I added a "river", of rocks and more succulents (still hardy Sempervivums, and Sedums), to the plant along with a top-dressing, as in the original informative post on buying succulents online. Cindy's succulent creations have always fascinated me and I was able to have one made for my book, Idiot's Guide to Succulents. It's very inviting. You can see Cindy's fascination for birds right away. You could see that the succulents were larger around them, while the medium ones were just outside. The majority of the succulents were about the same size as coarse sand. Also, she created a hanging planter with cork board and greening posts to attach the succulents. Finally, she filled in the remaining space with sphagnum moss. You can either use the same genus of succulents to create a homogeneous design or you can fuse different succulents. However, some bacteria such as pseudomonas can lead to more serious diseases in which the plant's fabric is destroyed. Proper plant hygiene protocols can prevent most common pests and diseases.

Those plantlets look CLEARLY better developed. The succulents in the bird bath have fared much better. Some of these work much better than others. She is very conscious of how colors are combined, how to make every space feel balanced and proportioned, as well as the perfect accents. Contrasting colors are often used in the garden. These beautiful hanging plants are stunning with their vibrant colors. Convergent development is a method of evolution that causes closely related genetically-unrelated species to adopt similar traits. Succulents enjoy heat but this particular succulent prefers cool, sunny weather. Maybe you have a particular type of container that you use for everything. It's like having a small arrangement but with the pot hidden it blends in nicely with the surrounding landscape. The arrangement is stunning! The bird bath doesn't have water sources other than rain and hand watering. Although my soil is super draining, which is fantastic for succulents 95% the time, the temperature meant that it only stayed damp for a few hours. It dried out quickly and the succulents had to absorb all the water.

I removed most of my soil after I had taken out the dead plants. As you know, in order for succulents to develop strong roots they need the soil to be soaked but then dry out within the next few days. You should allow the soil to completely dry before you water again. To prevent soil rot at the base, it is important to allow the soil to dry completely. But the only thing you need to do is water the plant one last time and keep it in a relatively dark room until spring. While a south-facing room is the best, it should not be placed in direct sunlight. Then, put the plant on the new soil. This will raise the soil pH and can affect your plant's health. Too much water can cause leaves to swell and become soft and mushy. They may eventually fall off. We forgot about it and didn't water it more than once a week. Water also destroys spider mites’ protective webbing which makes them more vulnerable. It has a very shallow root system but can reach nine feet high, as we have seen. Its trunk is water storage which gives it a high center weight and weight.

This tall, geometrically shaped glass terrarium is reminiscent of geodes. The Cleopatra is another popular variety of snake plant that grows upright rather than in a rosette shape. It is now able to grow in many areas of North America. This adorable little guy is able to grow well in containers. It's also cold-hardy and produces beautiful flowers. You should also appreciate the fact that they can withstand freezing temperatures if you grow them in colder climates. When using seeds, do not bury too deep as the seeds will not germinate. You can save the seeds of the flowers and then plant them to produce new babies. Both experienced gardeners and novices alike are drawn to the idea of growing succulents using seeds. I had a lot more fun last year filling my parents' bird baths with succulents. It was planted in July which is one of the hottest months of the year here in Utah. The problem with the original planting is that it was not planted at the right time. These photos were all taken about the same period. Be sure to properly prepare the potting mixes and make sure that everything is working well. Learn how to accurately identify plants.

Cindy shared with me the story of her first succulent while I was photographing it. Cindy Davison of The Succulent Perch invited me on a San Diego trip. This small space succulent garden from Cindy Davison of The Succulent Perch is incredible! Cindy is also great at keeping things natural and organic and has included a grow box full of greens that can easily be picked and eaten. It can be easily removed by spraying some water. It was really beautiful and we loved having succulents there instead of just the empty bird bath with sometimes dirty water in it. It's great to plant succulents in birdbaths. These cacti can be placed in small containers and then placed in ground to keep them contained. I hope you have gained a new appreciation of cacti through this post. While the plants are stunning, and definitely the most exciting feature of the garden, I am also a bit obsessed with the way Cindy used gravel to add more visual interest within the garden. Cindy chose succulents for the garden, but she also included plants that attract bees and butterflies like this milkweed.

There is also a program where you can get plants for free! Because of its sharp needles, the pretty-looking cactus can irritate your skin and cause it to look sour. The street name Debbie is the best way to refer to this succulent. The photo shows an oxalis plant that has earned the nickname False Shamrock. However, the Shamrock itself is part of this family. Now that you have read my ramblings, it's time to go and see it. What about pencil cactus? Echeverias can tolerate drought, and they can survive for long periods of time without water. However if you grow them indoors or in pots, make sure to have good drainage soil. It is important to remove the plant from its soil without causing damage to the root system. Root rot can eventually be caused by soil with water-retaining substances like clay, peatmoss, and coconut coir. The root may have already rotted to a large extent if it's not. These days, you can find inexpensive ones that won’t break the bank.