W
ith their fabulous
forms and colours,
succulents are
tailor-made for container
displays! Follow these tips
to propagate and help them
thrive then create a stunning
architectural piece for
sensational texture year-round.- In a
narrow
planter,
low‑growing
sedum and
echeveria
succulents put
on a stunning
show.
HOW TO GROW THEM
Climate
Succulents need an open
sunny position and will grow in
temperate to hot climates. Some
are frost-tolerant. Others are
very sensitive to cold so in cool
areas, check before you buy.Soil
When planting in pots, use a
free-draining cacti and succulents
potting mix. If you’re planting
them in the garden, sandy
free-draining soils work best.Water
Succulents require minimal
watering. Test the soil with your
finger – if it feels dry, give it a little
water. Direct the water to the roots
and avoid it sitting in the crown of
the plant as this can promote rot.Propagation
A beauty of succulents is they’re so
easy to multiply. Snap off a short
stem with leaves attached, leave in
a dry area until the end forms a
callus or starts to sprout hair-like
roots, then plant in potting mix.40