A drainage screen is a mesh you place under the succulent pot before adding soil. An ideal plant to place at the center is a small Agave succulent. If you're decorating indoors with succulents, keep cacti or sharp succulents like Agaves out reach of children and pets. There will be a lot of gorgeous succulents and cacti for you to admire. One of the best things about the Desert Botanical Garden's early spring season is the abundance of aloe and other cacti in bloom. If you don't know what cacti look like, I hope these photos will show you. Today's post is going to be more photos than text, but I promise it won't disappoint! How many times are you awestruck by photos of succulents on other blogs, Instagram, Facebook and Facebook? Everywhere you look, there's something spectacular to be seen.

If you have dogs or cats, or any other animal that roams your house or near your succulent garden it's a great idea to look up the type of succulents you own and see what potential threat they are to your animals. Euphorbia Polygona Stems measure approximately 5 feet in height and 4 inches wide. One of the more commonly known poisonous succulent is the Euphorbia family. You also shouldn't ingest the sap or a Euphorbia plant in general. Although not everyone reacts the same way, most people will experience a rash wherever the sap comes in contact with their skin. Succulents can be a motivator to work hard in your garden but can also make it difficult to focus in other areas. Cactus or Agave outside succulents thrive in places with less than 25inches of rainfall per year. Outdoor succulent gardens should be kept away from pedestrians and other pets. It can also be painful for children to touch spikes.

However, sharp succulents should be kept out of reach from children and animals. Since I was a teenager, succulents were everywhere in Southern California. However, now that I have a very curious toddler it's something I've become much more aware of. I am constantly reminded that I have many plants and more than I actually need. Yet, I find myself purchasing more and more. You can stretch your dollars by purchasing perlite or builder’s salt to make your cactus soil more nutritive. Be sure to inspect the plant before you purchase it. If the crown is already damaged, you will be able to save a portion of the plant and start anew. Handling Euphorbias should be done with gloves in order to avoid any skin contact. If you find the above remedies ineffective, consult a doctor immediately. These little guys are the worst!

The terrarium opening is large enough to allow you to water your plant from anywhere, without needing to move it. Too much fertilizing of plants leads to faster growth, and this can cause the plants to outgrow your terrarium. It is common to cause sickness, but rarely causes death. The jade plant is easy to keep alive and maintain for a long time. However, there will be times when you run into problems. Since the team at the Succulent Source have over 60 different echinopsis varieties to choose from, you can be sure you won't be receiving a repeat any time soon. Echeveria hurtsii can be grown without fertilizing. However if the soil has been around for a while, it may need extra nutrients. Moonstones cannot be planted in soil that is too dry or retains water for too long. The beautiful, colorful flowers of this gem can be taken care of with sunlight and water. It is important to be aware of the dangers that some succulents pose to animals and humans. Although I don’t believe it is a sin to do this, I’m proud of most of my succulent arrangements.

We've already created a list containing the most important tools for every succulent gardener. But we don't mind repeating our efforts. I highly recommend adding rocks to your succulent garden. They can make a big difference in the appearance of your plants. These simple precautions will help you keep everyone safe in your garden. Likewise, if you keep it in a dry atmosphere, you may put a tray of pebbles with water inside the planter to increase humidity levels. It's a wonderful winter activity that keeps me busy with dormant plants. Slugs eating my succulents, accidentally knocking an arrangement off a table and destroying everything, having plants tip over in the car and spill dirt all over... No doubt why many individuals are starting to invest in having good plants. You'll find traditional water-wise plants and succulents, along with some unusual specimens that are sure to catch your eye. These succulents are worth a look if your heart is set on giving in. These beautiful gardens make me think "I would love to live here!" You may even see some wildlife enjoying the cacti!