Cacti & Succulents
So you want to grow cacti and succulent plants in the garden but don’t know where to start. That’s simple. Tips for growing, caring and designing with succulents and various types of cactus begins here. Use our cacti and succulent growing guide to help answer any questions you may have. There are many types of cactus and succulent plants that can be grown in the home garden, and most are easy to grow. Keep reading to learn more about designing with succulents and start creating cactus gardens that your neighbors will envy!
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Cacti & Succulents
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Beavertail Cactus Care – How To Grow A Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus
Beavertail prickly pear cactus is a clumping, spreading cactus with flat, grayish-green, paddle-like leaves. It glows with brilliant, rose-purple blooms in spring and early summer. Have we piqued your curiosity? Click here for more beavertail prickly pear information.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Growing Cold Hardy Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus
For info on growing cold hardy eastern prickly pear cactus, look no further, just click here!
By Becca Badgett
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Cold Hardy Cacti: Types Of Cactus For Cold Climates
Think cactus are only heat lovers? Surprisingly, many cacti can tolerate cold weather. What cacti are cold hardy? Click here to find out.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Barrel Cactus Propagation – How To Propagate Barrel Cacti From Pups
Is your barrel cactus sprouting babies? Barrel cactus pups often develop on the mature plant. Many leave them and let them grow, creating a globular design in the container or in the ground. But you can propagate these for new plants too. Learn how in this article.
By Becca Badgett
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Ferocactus Plant Info – Growing Different Types Of Barrel Cacti
A wide range of barrel cactus varieties are found in the gravelly slopes and canyons of the Southwestern United States and much of Mexico. Click this article to learn about a few of the most popular barrel cactus varieties.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Parodia Cactus Information: Learn About Parodia Ball Cactus Plants
You may not be familiar with the Parodia family of cactus, but it is certainly well worth the effort of growing one once you learn more about it. Click this article for some Parodia cactus information and get the basics of growing these ball cactus plants.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Balloon Cactus Info: How To Grow Balloon Cactus Plants
One of the nicest examples of a globe cactus is Notocactus magnificus. It is also known as the balloon cactus due to its round shape. These sun lovers should be kept moderately moist in most seasons but dry in winter. Learn some tips from us on how to grow balloon cactus here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Halophytic Succulent Info – Learn About Salt Tolerant Succulents
Does your succulent collection include saltwater plants? You might have some and not be aware. Called halophytic succulents, you can learn about them here.
By Becca Badgett
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Flowering Cactus Plants – Flowering Cacti For Bone-Dry Gardens
For gardeners in dry regions, flowering cactus plants add to the sensory pleasure of the landscape. Click here for ideas on flowering cacti in a bone-dry garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Baby Toes Succulent: How To Grow A Baby Toes Plant
Fenestraria baby toes really does look a bit like the tiny digits of an infant. Instructions on how to grow a baby toes plant are easy enough for children, who adore the fascinating little plant. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Sempervivum Is Dying: Fixing Drying Leaves On Hens And Chicks
If you’re growing hens and chicks plants, you may be wondering what causes them to die. Click here to find out and learn what to do.
By Becca Badgett
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Cactus Dish Care – How To Keep A Cactus Dish Garden
Creating a cactus dish garden is a simple and low-maintenance project. But what about its continual care afterward? Learn about cactus dish care here.
By Becca Badgett
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Black Succulent Plants – Learn About Black Colored Succulents
As you plan your upcoming Halloween displays, remember to include the latest popular addition, black succulent plants. Learn about them here.
By Becca Badgett
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Colorful Succulent Plants – Growing Succulents For Color
In addition to unusual shapes and forms, there are many succulent colors. Want some more color in your life? Click here for more info.
By Becca Badgett
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Benefits Of Succulents – Why Are Succulents Good
What are the benefits of succulents? It is difficult to list them all, but click the following article for bonuses to growing these plants.
By Becca Badgett
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Mermaid Succulent Care: Growing Mermaid Tail Succulents
Mermaid succulent plants get their common name from their appearance. If you must have one, click here to learn more information.
By Becca Badgett
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Succulent Houseplants: Are There Succulents For Low Light
There are succulents for dark spaces that exist, those places of low light considered uninhabitable for the sunny varieties. Click here to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant