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Agave and Aloe vera plants look similar, which makes it hard for a common individual to spot the difference between these two drought-tolerant succulents. As they both a...

Making your workspace green is an excellent way to rekindle energies and positivity. Placing small potted plants in and around you in the office is a great idea. If you...

It is frustrating when your lovely succulents are attacked by fungus. These darling houseplants do not mind being ignored, least demanding, timely watering or fertilizat...

Burro's tail succulents belong to Honduras and South Mexico. Some of the common names for this succulent are Donkey's Tail, Lamb's Tail, or Horses' Tail. These plants ha...

It hurts for a succulent lover to discover their favorite succulents suffering from root rot. The entire situation can go out of hand very soon if not addressed well in...

If you are looking for an exciting and extraordinary succulent, go for the Astrophytum Myriostigma. The nickname for this beautiful succulent is "Bishop's cap plant...

Members of the Cactaceae family are much adored by gardeners and collectors because of their sizes and types. When these diminutive beings flower, they look even more at...

The sedum plant is one of the easiest-to-grow succulents. Be it bad soil or too harsh of sunlight; it is ever forgiving. It is a perennial plant bearing fleshy stems tha...

"How much to water a succulent?'', "When to water a succulent?", "Do succulents require a lot of water?" These are some of the typical questions...

Air Plants are perennial plants that grow really fast. They are drought-smart, easy to grow, look fabulous as decor pieces, and are extremely popular among plant lovers...

It is impressive to know that the Euphorbia plant has numerous species that are ornamental yet manageable. Growing one in your garden will make your life interesting. Fr...

As a part of the Cactaceae family, Acanthocereus tetragonus is an exciting addition to your cacti collection. It is also known as the Fairy Castle cactus thanks to its m...

The Cotyledon ladismithiensis plant is nothing less than a showstopper, an owner's pride! This slow-growing succulent comes with the common name 'bear paw cactus.' It is...

If you do not have much time to spend on plants and yet wish to become a dedicated gardener, it is time that you go in for a succulent garden. It is a satisfying and sus...

Selenicereus anthonyanus is one such succulent that can immediately start conversations for its beauty. This fascinating cactus variety has multiple common names that in...

Kalanchoe delagoensis or Chandelier plant is also known as the Mother of million plants. This is native to Madagascar and naturalized in Tanzania and Uganda too. The oth...

It is crucial for you to know about the hardiness of succulents. As a succulent grower and lover, it is imperative to have knowledge about cold-hardy succulents, especia...

Low-maintenance succulents have different growth rates depending on the place where they are planted and their innate nature, of course. For example, Echeveria is one of...

Cylindropuntia cholla is an ardent gardener's love though its spiny barbs can play havoc if not taken care of. Genus Cylindropuntia is a native to the southwestern parts...

One of the biggest reasons to prune succulents is to prevent the plant from stretching out, which it does when it receives too little light. The plant is beheaded from i...