The variety of succulents available — including cactuses, which are a type of succulent — is almost limitless. Succulents come in all shapes and sizes,... |
Echeveria plants and offspring 1. At the nursery, look for pots that have more than one plant in them. Succulents often produce offsets, which are identical... |
Mature ‘Blue Elf’ aloe ready to be divided 2. Divide clumping types of succulents and replant in the garden. Certain kinds of succulents have a clumping... |
Cuttings from multiple cactus species ready to be planted 3. Take a cutting to create a new cactus. You can start an entirely new cactus from many types... |
You will need gloves and a pruning saw, in addition to several layers of newspaper, a carpet remnant or rubber straps. This is a two-person job. *Select... |
4. Buy a bowl filled with multiple succulent varieties. Then grow new ones from leaf cuttings. A single bowl can produce a large quantity of new plants... |
*Snip off a few leaves and lay them on a paper towel in a dry, shady spot for four to five days to allow the ends to dry out. You can also use a short... |
5. Ask friends or neighbors for offsets and cuttings. If you have admired a cactus or succulent in your neighbor’s garden, this is a great way to add one... |