They will last for many years with proper care. Light: Indoors place in bright area such as a west or south facing room. outdoors prefer partial sun, in very warm areas give your plants morning sun and afternoon shade, in cooler areas give your plants morning shade and afternoon sun. Succulents need to completely dry out between waterings. Throughly water your plants then let dry. If your plants start to pucker they need water. You can ocassionally mist your plants to help keep them clean.