Succulent Guides

Looking for information on which succulents or cacti to add to your indoor or outdoor garden? In this section, you'll learn everything you need to know about cacti & succulent type plants. You'll find growing guides, plant comparisons, and how-to articles on propagation. You'll also find list-based comparison articles of our favorite succulents and cacti.

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Succulents

25 Stunning Varieties of Hens and Chicks Plants

The sempervivum is one of the most popular succulents you can grow. Also known as Hens and Chicks, these little succulents have many different colors and shapes. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton looks at some of the most unique varieties of hens and chicks plants you can add to your succulent collection.

Small Vining plant growing along a metal wire with tiny heart shaped leaves that are pale green splashed with dark green. A small round tuber is growing on the vine and a finger is pointing at it. The background is dark and blurry.

Succulents

4 Different Ways to Propagate String of Hearts Plants

If you've decided to propagate your string of hearts plant, you might be confused about the best way to get it done. There are actually four different methods you can use to propagate these popular houseplants! In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through each propagation method, step by step.

A recently propagated zz plant that is planted in a black plastic container. It is growing from stem cutting. The gardener is pressing down on the plant into the pot with potting medium around the newly propagated plant.

Succulents

Three Easy Ways to Propagate ZZ Plants

Are you thinking of propagating your zz plant to create more for around your home? There are three common methods zz plant propagation is done via stem cuttings, leaf cuttings or through division. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through each method, step-by-step.

A small aloe vera plant growing in a pot on a table with a white background.

Succulents

How Big Can Aloe Vera Plants Get?

Are you thinking of adding aloe vera to your indoor or outdoor garden, but aren't sure how big they will get? Their plant size actually depends on many different growth factors. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn examines their average plant size, as well as how big these popular succulents can actually get.

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Succulents

How Much Direct or Indirect Sunlight Do Aloe Vera Plants Need?

Are you thinking of adding Aloe Vera to your indoor or outdoor garden, but want to know what type of sunlight it needs? There are a few things to consider, such as full sun, partial shade, and fully shaded locations. Then there are types of sunlight such as indirect, or direct. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn walks through everything you need to know about this popular succulent's sunlight needs.

is aloe a cactus

Succulents

Is Aloe Vera Considered a Cactus or a Type of Succulent?

Not sure if Aloe vera is considered a type of succulent or a cactus? Or if there's even a difference between the two? This is an important factor to consider in order to understand maintenance requirements. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn takes you through Aloe's classification so you know what you can expect.

A beautiful blooming Christmas Cactus indoors with white and red leaves coming off the plant itself.

Succulents

How to Grow and Care For a Christmas Cactus

Thinking of adding a Christmas Cactus to your indoor or outdoor gardening space? These popular succulents aren't only popular during the holiday season. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton takes you through everything you need to know about the Christmas Cactus and their care.

aloe single leaf

Succulents

Can You Grow Aloe Vera From a Single Leaf?

Are you thinking of growing an aloe vera plant from a single leaf? There are plenty of plants that can be propagated from just a leaf cutting. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn walks through if Aloe can be grown from a leaf cutting, and if it's a good idea to attempt it.

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Succulents

How to Prune Aloe Vera Plants in 7 Easy Steps

Does your aloe vera need a trim? Aloe vera is a pretty forgiving plant, but that doesn't mean you should just start trimming away without a plan. In this article, gardening expert and succulent enthusiast Emily Horn walks through a few easy steps to successfully prune your aloe vera plant.

aloe vera water

Succulents

How Much and How Often Should You Water Aloe Vera?

If you aren't sure how much water your aloe vera plant needs, you've come to the right place! While it may not need as much water as other succulents, there are some best practices you should follow when it comes to plant hydration. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn walks through how much and how often you should be watering your aloe vera.

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Succulents

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Aloe Vera

Looking to add some Aloe Vera to your indoor or outdoor garden? This particular plant is quite popular and has a wide variety of uses. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn walks through every step you'll need to follow in order to plant, grow, and care for Aloe Vera.

ghost plants

Succulents

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Ghost Plants

Thinking of adding a ghost plant to your indoor garden? Ghost plants (aka Graptopetalum paraguayense) are well known succulents that can make any indoor garden pop with visual interest. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Emily Horn outlines how to plant, grow, and care for Ghost Plants.

ghost plant light

Succulents

How Much Sunlight Do Ghost Plants Need?

Ghost plants are popular succulents, but many new owners aren't sure how much sunlight they actually need. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn walks through the direct and indirect sunlight needs for ghost plants, and their ideal location once they are placed in your home.

zz plant

Succulents

How to Plant, Grow and Care For ZZ Plants

Thinking of adding a ZZ plant to your indoor garden? These hardy houseplants have surged in popularity for a number of reasons. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through how to plant, grow and care for ZZ plants!

snake plant varieties

Succulents

Dracaena Varieties: 37 Different Types of Snake Plants

Are you thinking of welcoming a snake plant into your houseplant collection but you aren't sure which type to pick? Snake plants come in many different shapes in sizes. In this article, we look at the many different varieties of snake plant you can welcome into your home!