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