Posts by Tina Painter

You can plant succulents and ferns together in the same garden if the climate is accommodating to both plants, but each will need custom care routines. However, succulents and ferns are generally not...

The best soil options for a succulent terrarium should provide aeration and drainage and not retain water. Pre-mixed soil brands such as Bonsai Jack, Hoffmans, Terra Green, and Fat Plants offer a...

The best mulch for a succulent garden are pebbles, gravel, rocks, and stones. Determining the best for you depends on why mulch may be needed. Climate and plant species can also influence your...

Succulents are actually quite difficult to grow from seed. The seeds are very fine and can easily be damaged or lost. Not only this, but succulent seeds take a very long time to grow. You won’t be...

Most succulents are evergreen plants, but not all of them. While some succulents only drop leaves under stress, others lose their leaves seasonally. Baobab trees are deciduous, but ponytail palms are...

The best succulents for dorm rooms are ones that have thicker leaves. These plants store a lot of water themselves, so if you neglect to water them for weeks at a time, they can still survive. Aloe...