The hen and chick plant (Sempervivum tectorum) also called houseleek is a popular succulent in gardens. It is appreciated for its unique appearance, low maintenance, and tolerance to dry and cold conditions. This plant is native to Europe and Africa and it’s named after its clustering growth. Hens and chicks are well-suited to various growing…
Hens and chicks are typically easy to care for. As they grow in tight rosettes, they tend to maintain a neat appearance without much effort. These plants don’t require frequent watering, pruning, or deadheading. If your hen and chick plant is drying, I’ll explain how you can save it. Some of the reasons why your…
Aloe vera is my go-to houseplant. It’s low-maintenance, looks cool, and has those soothing gel-filled leaves for minor burns. But let me confess: I’ve drowned my aloe more than once. Overwatering is the number one killer of aloe plants in most homes. If your aloe’s leaves are mushy, yellow, or drooping, you’ve likely given it…
Succulents can go for an extended period without watering. They store water in their fleshy leaves, stems, and roots, which makes them endure drought conditions. Regardless, succulents still need some water to sustain their growth and other physiological processes. When underwatered, succulents may experience severe dehydration and end up wilting or shriveling. On the other…
Succulents store water in their fleshy stems and leaves. This is why they are able to survive in dry sunny areas. As a result, succulents grown as houseplants need less watering than other types of plants. So, what happens if your succulent is overwatered? Roots need oxygen to function properly and absorb water and nutrients….
Autumn Joy (Hylotelephium ‘Herbstfreude’) are popular plants for fall gardens. These cold-tolerant perennials were once classified as sedum and are still often regarded as one but they now belong to Hylotelephium, a small genus comprising about 33 species. Hylotelephium plants are native to Asia, Europe, and North America. They make excellent plants for mixed borders,…
Jade plants (Crassula ovata) are beautiful ornamental succulents that are easy to care for. They can be grown indoors in areas with freeze or outdoors in mild climates. These plants are relatively slow-growing but they can tolerate neglect, drought, and hot conditions. Healthy jade plants have smooth, fleshy, rounded leaves that are well arranged on…
Jade plants can live for many years even with minimal care. They can be grown indoors as small, compact plants or as large, bonsai-like trees in the garden. As succulents, they store plenty of water in their stems and leaves and you won’t get held up with watering. To get your jade plant thriving for…
Jade plants (Crassula ovata) are easy to grow and maintain. Their growth rate is pretty slow but they have a long lifespan of up to 60 years in the right growth conditions. Their fleshy oval-shaped leaves are attractive to look at but not when the plant is leggy. The jade plant needs at least 6…
The string of pearls is my all-time favorite succulent. I love how their bead-like leaves accentuate the trailing stems. Shriveling is one of the common problems I noticed with these plants. In this article, I have explained why this happens and what you can do to save the plant. As with many succulents, the string…