Species Spotlight ~ Aeonium Rosette Succulents!
Aeonium (Ay-OH-nee-um) is a genus of about 35 rosette succulents, native to the Canary Islands, Morocco and East Africa. The name comes from the Greek word "aionos" meaning ageless. In…
Planting Succulents in Containers Without Drainage? Drill Your Own!
You know that healthy, happy succulents rely on proper watering and that drainage holes are important. But you have found the cutest pot, and just know your succulents would look great…
DIY Grapevine Heart Wreath with Live Succulents!
I really wanted to make a succulent Valentine wreath this year, but I could not find a grapevine heart wreath base that appealed to me. I wanted the woodsy look…
Species Spotlight – Colorful Kalanchoe Care
Kalanchoe, (Kal-LAHN-sho) or (Kal-uhn-KOH-ee) is a genus of about 125 flowering succulent plants native to Africa and Asia. They boast colorful foliage, dazzling blooms and an intriguing range of shapes…
Valentine’s Day DIY – Heart Chalkboard on Reclaimed Wood Planters
I have really been itching to do a fun, Valentine's Day DIY for a while now - how about you? And there is just something about the chalkboard craze with…
Species Spotlight – Sansevieria! aka Snake Plant
Sansevieria (San-sev-ee-AIR-ee-uh) goes by a few common names that do not seem intended to inspire affection. It is called the snake plant, due to its long, slim foliage with intriguing…
Species Spotlight – Aloe Plant Care
Aloe, (AL-oh) With over 500 species and aloe varieties, it is one of the best known in the world of succulents. Aloe vera, the medical marvel, is just one of…
Kalanchoe Blossfeldiana Care & Reblooming!
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is one of the very best indoor flowering plants. You have seen them blooming merrily in brilliant shades of red, pink, orange, yellow and white at the home…
sempervivum mix
Species Spotlight – Sempervivum aka Hens and Chicks!
Sempervivum (Sem-per-VEE-vum) goes by the common names hens and chicks plant, liveforever, houseleeks and even cats and kittens plant. Similar in appearance to echeveria, Sempervivum form mats of plants with…
Species Spotlight ~ Crassula! Not Just Filler – Fabulous!
Crassula (KRASS-you-luh) is a vast genus of succulents that includes well over 1,000 species and cultivars. From petite ground covers up to enormous, tree-like shrubs more than 10 feet tall,…
