Echeveria "Perle von Nurnburg" translates to the "pearl of Nurnburg". This gorgeous, iconic succulent is popular anywhere plants are sold.…
If you've found your way to this article - congratulations! You've realized that drainage holes are a crucial part of…
This vibrant, colorful succulent grows quickly and easily. It has a few peculiarities not shared by other succulents, such as…
Sometimes you find a plant that has a little label that says something along the lines of "This plant is…
Have ever looked at the gorgeous and vibrantly colored succulents on Instagram and wondered why your plants don’t look quite…
Crested and monstrose succulents are weird, wonderful, and very wacky. They're not fundamentally different from their regular counterparts, though. They…
What is plant propagation? Plant propagation broadly refers to creating new plants via any method. There are two kinds of…
Mealybugs, scale, fungus gnats, and spider mites are pests that many succulent owners will struggle with at some point or another.…
Growing succulents and cacti from seeds is a great way to acquire some species that are too expensive or too…
Ah, scale. That scourge of succulents simply striving to survive. Alliteration aside, scale is a nasty pest because it spreads…
The USDA Hardiness Zone System America has a very diverse landscape with a wide variety of climates and temperatures around…
Unfortunately, due to the abundance of adorable potential planters, it's not always possible to plant succulents in a proper container.…
Are you a business or landscaper in search of wholesale succulents for your next project? If so, then this is…
Cacti are interesting and easy to care for, but they can be a pain to transplant and move. If you’ve…
Help, my succulent is growing weirdly! Is your succulent growing strangely tall? Is it becoming thinner or tapering off? Or…
Should I grow succulents indoors or outdoors? This is a topic of debate amongst many succulent enthusiasts. In order to…
As a succulent enthusiast, you’ve probably had plants go through stressful situations and end up looking a little unwell. Maybe…
Choosing the correct pot size for your plant can be a complicated task, especially if you are new to succulent…
Succulents, fortunately, are only susceptible to a few kinds of pests. Mealybugs are probably the most common one we have…
It happens to everyone eventually. You see a little yellow or white mushroom emerging from the soil and you start…
A common question - but one that deserves an answer! Is there any point in giving the plant water right…
It can be scary to graft cacti, but it doesn't have to be! It's actually quite easy! Cacti are tough,…
Repotting your beloved plant can be daunting if you’ve never done it before, but don’t worry! It’s easy to do…
One of the most persistent pests a gardener can encounter are squirrels. These tenacious critters may be cute, but they…
Shipping succulents and cacti may seem like a risky venture, but with proper packing techniques, you can ensure your plants’…
What do I do now that I've got a succulent? Congratulations on your recent acquisition! We're sure you two will…
So you just bought a plant at a store and it was simply labeled "succulent". We've all been there. If…
I have two great loves: my plants and my pets (there's a lot of crossover between those two groups, too).…
Snails and slugs are some of the slimiest (literally) pests a succulent gardener might encounter. They're so sneaky and secretive…
Scissors and shears may seem like they are basically the same product, but there are subtle differences in their make…
The soil in which you put your succulent is probably the most important decision you'll make regarding that fat plant,…
Spider mites are difficult pests to tackle. Most of the time you don't even know they're a problem until the…
Aloe vera, perhaps the most ubiquitous succulent in the world, is the ultimate houseplant. It is small, easy to care…
These are two popular plants that get talked about all the time! However, both species have tons of common names.…
If you’re looking to add a unique twist to your container garden, consider creating a fairy garden. Fairy gardens are…
Welcome! Whether you're new to the vivacious world of succulents, or you're an old hand just looking to brush…
I bet you didn't expect a linguistics lesson on a succulent site! Well, Sublime Succulents is all about education -…
With the popularity of succulent terrariums and unorthodox planters, "fat plants" often end up in containers that don't have drainage.…
Even novice gardeners know that fertilizer is important to encouraging and maintaining healthy growth in plants, but how does it…
So you've finally decided to take the plunge and delve into the wonderful world of succulents – great! Or, better…
Weddings are an ideal place to showcase your love of succulents and cacti. From décor to favors, there are plenty…
Are you thinking about creating your own assortment of succulent pots that are zanier than anything ever posted to Pinterest? Maybe…
Now that you know the differences between a Haworthia and an Aloe, can you tell the difference between an Agave…
Lithops are simultaneously the easiest and the hardest succulents to care for. They practically demand to be ignored; you'll find…
If you grow succulents, it won't be long before you see some fine, little roots growing out of the stem…
When purchasing plants, you generally have two options: buy a mature plant or buy some seeds. Succulents and cacti, however,…
Dormancy is a word that's thrown around every winter. Plants go to sleep or something; they hibernate like bears, right?…
Thrips are very small, usually winged, insects that are notorious pests the world over. You can easily recognize them by…
At their core, succulents are sun-loving plants. And that’s good a thing - it’d be pretty hard to survive in…
There comes a point in every succulent addict's journey where they begin looking into purchasing grow lamps to help their…
Winter is coming. Or that's what I keep hearing, anyway. Depending on where you are in the world, it's probably…
To the untrained eye, there are many similarities between Agave and Yucca. Both are drought-loving desert plants that grow their…
Root rot is the bane of many succulent enthusiasts' existence. A seemingly happy and healthy succulent can practically up and…
Can you tell the difference between Aloe and Haworthia? Even experienced succulent lovers can become confused when asked to confidently…
Don't be embarrassed; it's not a dumb question! Everyone has to ask about the difference at some point. I didn't…
Fungus gnats, sometimes called sciarid flies, are annoying pests that seem to crop up every few months. They are very…
I need more succulents, pronto. Don't we all? Your newfound succulent habit could start to get expensive if you had…
Despite the thousands of succulent varieties available across the globe, new plants are popping up practically every day. How do…
Ask any succulent gardener what their favorite type of pot is, and you may be surprised by their answers. Some…
Terrariums create the worst possible environment for succulents to grow and thrive. If your goal is to have happy and…
You’ll find yourself asking this question even after your window sills are crowded with these fat plants. Whether you’re looking…
How to Water Succulents and Cacti I thought watering plants was easy… until I killed my first couple (dozen) succulents.…
