Are you on the hunt for unique succulent arrangement ideas? This DIY succulent arrangement comes together in just minutes and looks wonderful as a table centerpiece. One of the best things about succulents is their size. It makes them ideal for a succulent dish garden because you can include plenty of mixed varieties. Succulent plants …
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If you love succulents, and want to make a creative cake for your next event, try making one of the succulent cake ideas below. They will impress all of your friends who love plants! There are a variety of different ways you can make edible succulent cakes. Some of the succulent cake designs are made …
Leggy succulents are those that have elongated stems or a stretched out appearance. This typically happens when succulents don’t receive enough light. In their natural habitat, succulents grow in sunny, dry conditions. If they don’t receive enough light, they may stretch out as they try to reach the sunlight. Many succulents, such as echeveria, hens …
Learn how to repot succulents for healthier growth and a more attractive display! In this guide, we’ll cover the basics of repotting succulents, including when and how often to repot succulents and so much more. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a new-comer to growing succulents, you’ll learn everything you need to know to replant …
This list of cold hardy succulents includes plants that can take cold temperatures that would kill their more tender cousins. There are three main varieties of succulents that can thrive in freezing temperatures – sempervivums, sedum stonecrop, and delosperma. Most types of these varieties will tolerate temperatures as low as -20° Fahrenheit (some even to …
Caring for echeveria is a task made for those gardeners with brown thumbs – they are that easy to grow! These rosette forming succulents have spectacular flowers that would make you think they need a lot of special care, but these plants actually thrive on a bit of neglect. If you love succulents as much …
This guide will show you everything from how to care for succulents to containers for their display, some DIY projects, and how to propagate them to get plants for free. If you have always considered that a green thumb is something that other gardeners have, but not you, it’s quite likely you have never tried …
Confused about what to look for when buying succulents? This guide will walk you through the process and give tips on what to look for and what to avoid. Succulents are drought-smart plants that are super easy to grow and make fantastic houseplants. Be sure to check out my tips for how to care for …
This gorgeous succulent arrangement started out life as a wooden drawer meant for tools of some sort. The upcycled junk gardening planter got a new coat of paint, some TLC and a few succulent plants and offsets and now looks as though it had been intentionally designed for the job. If you love succulents as …
Nothing is more attractive to a gardener than getting new plants without having to pay for them. And since succulents are a very sought-after plant, it stands to reason that propagating succulent leaves and cuttings is a popular project for many gardeners. Best of all, it’s easy and free! Succulents make fantastic houseplants and can …
I love creative gardening ideas. This cowboy boot planter is would make a great table accent. This metal cowboy boot is gorgeous all by itself, but the star shaped cut outs on the side of the boot make it the perfect container for a whole host of succulents. Creative succulent planters come in all sorts …
Kalanchoe propagation is an easy way to grow more of these popular, long-lasting succulent plants at home. With the right techniques, you can successfully root new plants from stems, leaves, or offsets when working with Kalanchoe blossfeldiana—also known as florist kalanchoe, Flaming Katy, or Holiday kalanchoe. These methods also work with other types of kalanchoe …
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana care is easy once you know what this winter-blooming plant needs to thrive indoors. With the right light, watering, and timing, florist kalanchoe can keep blooming for weeks—even through the colder months. Often sold as a holiday plant and featured among many popular Christmas plants, Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is also known as Flaming Katy, …
Christmas cactus care is easy when you provide the right light, water, and soil. This winter-blooming succulent thrives indoors, adding festive color to your home when most plants are dormant. Botanically known as Schlumbergera x buckleyi (formerly S. bridgesii), this holiday cactus features vibrant tubular-shaped flowers. In the Northern Hemisphere, blooms appear in December and January, …
Christmas cactus propagation is easy with stem cuttings. They root quickly in soil, giving you new plants in just weeks. These step-by-step instructions show how to expand your indoor plant collection or share with friends this holiday season. This guide focuses on soil propagation, the most dependable method for Schlumbergera x buckleyi (formerly Schlumbergera bridgesii). …
It’s easy to propagate Thanksgiving cactus using stem cuttings in soil or water. Schlumbergera truncata roots quickly when given the right light, moisture, and humidity. These steps help you grow healthy new plants for your home this holiday season. Start with firm, healthy cuttings and choose a well-draining soil mix or a clean container of …
Schlumbergera truncata care is easy when you provide the right light, water, and soil conditions. This winter-blooming houseplant thrives indoors, bringing a splash of color even when snow blankets the garden outside. Also called Thanksgiving cactus, winter cactus, or crab cactus, this succulent plant produces vibrant flowers during the holiday season. Following the practical care …
Are you looking for fun ways to decorate for fall? These pumpkin craft ideas are easy to make with basic supplies and deliver impressive results. Many of the projects repurpose household items or call for inexpensive materials, so you can craft without spending a lot. The focus is on decorations you can display quickly for …
These scrap wood pumpkins are a great way to dress up your front steps for Halloween and fall. This pumpkin DIY project is made from an old mailbox post that was left over when I gave our front mailbox a makeover this summer. Making home decor projects using items that have been recycled is both …
The Cuban Breeze cocktail recipe is a refreshing tropical drink that combines the nutty warmth of amaretto with the crispness of vodka and the fruity sweetness of pineapple. While it’s a modern cocktail rather than a historic Cuban recipe, it draws inspiration from the tropical flavors popular in Caribbean-inspired drinks. Like my frozen strawberry daiquiri, …
Halloween is right around the corner, and that means that it is time for some spooky cocktail recipes. This Halloween witches’ brew cocktail is the perfect way to get your holiday party started. The drink is made from pineapple juice, cranberry juice, Sprite, and coconut rum. It’s fruity and sweet and can be garnished for …
Natural foliage is perfect to use when decorating with greenery for fall. It’s bold in color, rustic in texture, and gives a calming look to any home decor project. It may appear that there is nothing of interest out there in the garden right now, but to someone looking for items to use for decorating, …
A small-space vegetable garden lets you grow fresh produce when you don’t have room for a traditional vegetable garden. With the right setup, patios, balconies, and decks can all be spaces to grow vegetables. You’ll need containers with good drainage and a quality potting mix. Your area should receive at least 6 hours of sunlight each …
Want to add new flowers to your garden this year? Check out the list of orange flower names and pictures below for inspiration. You can use it to discover new types of orange flowers, or identify ones you have seen and liked. Of the 45+ plants with orange flowers in this list, some are uncommon varieties, …
Mealybugs on plants is a common pest for indoor plants and succulents. These bugs look like a fuzzy, white coating on the leaves of your plants. Signs of a mealybug infestation are a white cotton-like substance on the plants, sticky amber colored honeydew, ants around your plants, or a layer of black “soot” on the …
Flapjack succulent plant is a striking, tender succulent with flat, paddle-like leaves. It is easy to care for and grows well both indoors and outdoors. With the right conditions, this plant can be a bold addition to gardens and container displays. Caring for a flapjack succulent is simple. It thrives in bright sunlight, well-draining soil …