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The variety of succulents available — including cactuses, which are a type of succulent — is almost limitless. Succulents come in all shapes and sizes,...
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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...
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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...
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Fan aloe plants in a raised planter
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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...
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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...
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Newly planted prickly pear pad
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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...
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*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...
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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...
Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.
A collection of succulents that are easily started from cuttings
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6. Keep an eye out for discounted cuttings at plant sales or your favorite nursery. Small sections of cactuses and succulents may not be pretty enough...
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