For less hardy succulents, the problem during the winter is the deadly combination of cold temperatures and waterlogged soggy soil from …
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The real problems start when people do not just give their succulent more water than it needs, but more water than it can handle. This is…
Neowerdermannias need a deep pot and good drainage to accommodate their taproot. They are commonly grafted to avoid root problems and to …
Under the right conditions, Yuccas are not difficult plants to grow. They tend to thrive on a little neglect rather than too much …
During the winter months, Xerosicyos are kept at a temperature between 41 and 48 °F (5 and 9 °C) and watered only enough to keep the…
When growing Welwitschia, there are a few important factors to consider: the long taproot, its dependence on extra moisture, and the …
Once you have managed to get yourself one, it is relatively easy to grow. Uncarinas need plenty of warmth and water in the growing season …
Whether grown outdoors or indoors, these plants are good to forget about. Too much attention will kill the plant. When grown outdoors in …
Stapeliads are relatively easy to grow. However, they should be treated as outdoor plants as they will easily rot indoors and cannot …
Nananthus are easy and rewarding plants. Coming from a more continental part of South Africa, they will tolerate intense heat and some …