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Succulents of all kinds are easy to use in crafts and projects; find the latest weird and wonderful ways to plant these tough yet beautiful plants in odd and unusual displays.
Growing them in containers or in gardens doesn't mean you'll be glued to the garden hose; they don't need lots of water.
Low maintenance doesn't mean dull; you'll see lots of fun ideas and ways to use drought tolerant plants in your garden.
These are new or updated pages; nothing but the most current releases here!
Oct 21, 2019
Water Conservation - our most precious resource - use it wisely
Water Conservation; a precious resource which we have to use wisely by growing succulents and drought tolerant plants in our xeriscape gardens
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Oct 18, 2019
Columar Spruce Loosing Bark
My Columar Spruce is loosing bark at the base of the tree. This started happening two years ago. Is my spruce doomed? We live Colorado in Zone 5a.
Oct 18, 2019
Growing and dormant times
I have lots of succulents but still confused with growing and dormant times. Since most are from different countries do we follow that countries growing
Oct 17, 2019
10 Best Perennials for Butterflies - choose from these...
Choose from these 10 Best Perennials for Butterflies, and attract flying flowers to your garden...
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Oct 16, 2019
Pest Control - eliminate insects and pests on succulent plants
Use natural Pest Control to eliminate insects and pests on your succulent plants; mechanical methods such as trapping, using diatomaceous earth or other natural materials or cultivation...
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Oct 16, 2019
Diatomaceous Earth - tiny fossilized sea creatures
Diatomaceous Earth is one of the best natural pest controls there is; and it's completely safe for the environment, not so much for the bugs in your garden...
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Oct 16, 2019
How do I grow white Agapathus from seed? They seem to always grow blue!
How do I grow White Agapathus from seed? They seem to always grow blue!
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Oct 15, 2019
Succulent Identification Chart - find your unknown plant here
Use the Succulent Identification Chart to find your unknown succulents; puzzling over their names and how to care for them?
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Oct 14, 2019
Succulents Pot Size - how big a pot do they need?
How big a pot do succulent plants need? Succulents Pot Size tips...
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Oct 11, 2019
Too much or too little watering?
The leaves on my avocado seedling are turning black, curling and getting dry and brittle on the edges. I keep the soil moist and it gets light, indirect
Oct 10, 2019
Succulent Plant Propagation E-Book - the Horticulturists Secrets
Download the Succulent Plant Propagation E-Book and learn the Horticulturists secrets...
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Oct 09, 2019
Drought Tolerant Plants - water wise & low maintenance landscaping
Drought Tolerant Plants can add a lush and luxurious look to your garden, xeric or not...
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Oct 09, 2019
Fairy Garden Plants; get in on the miniature landscape craze
Which are the best Fairy Garden Plants? You may already have some in your garden right now; look for compact growth, tiny leaves, and the ability to take a challenge...
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Oct 09, 2019
Epiphyllum - the tree dwelling Orchid Cactus
Epiphyllum are commonly known as Orchid Cactus for their dinner plate sized flowers; once you see them, you recognize them anywhere...
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Oct 08, 2019
Sempervivum in Winter; Hens and Chicks go dormant
Sempervivum in Winter have a whole different look; don't worry, they're not dead, just dormant and resting...
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Oct 08, 2019
Growing Banana Trees in a Drought-Tolerant Garden
Banana Trees are tropical plants. They love rich, deep soils. They love water, both in the soil and the air (humidity). They don’t like hot sun, they don’t
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Oct 06, 2019
Help! It's wilting.
My hairy opuntia is wilting and I don’t know why. It gets lots of sunlight and little water. Will it recover or should I cut off the wilty parts?
Oct 06, 2019
Peace and Loud
Hello, I've been thinking about getting a plant for my bedroom, but I play loud music(drums) there, and I've seen people on the internet state that some
Oct 03, 2019
Rustic Garden Signs - whimsical sayings to embellish your garden
Rustic Garden Signs - whimsical garden art
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Oct 02, 2019
Fall Garden Plants - my choices for drought tolerance and colour
Here are some good choices for Fall Garden Plants - drought tolerant and colorful...
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Oct 01, 2019
Hardy Succulents; tough and reliable in cold winter climates
Grow the Hardy Succulents that I recommend in your garden; you'll be amazed at their toughness, and beauty...
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Sep 30, 2019
Problem crabapple tree
My 5 year old crabapple tree is not blooming on most branches - only a couple still get leaves. It was like this now for 2 seasons. The bark looks like
Sep 30, 2019
Melting agaves?
My agaves were beautiful a year ago, and now they look like they are melting. I moved them about 20 feet from last year. They still get full sun through
Sep 30, 2019
Aeonium - rare, beautiful and unusual succulents for the connoisseur
Grow some Aeonium; rare beautiful succulents for the connoisseur and the novice grower alike; choose from gemlike Kiwi Aeonium, to the brash and bold Schwartzkopf...
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Sep 29, 2019
Succulent Planter - use these great mix & match succulent plants
Succulent Planters with interesting combinations and textures of many succulent plants...
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Sep 28, 2019
How To Plan a Low Maintenance Garden
Less work, more flowers, and food. That’s a win-win situation for any gardener. It’s very possible to have a low maintenance garden that practically takes
Sep 27, 2019
Sempervivum Picture Gallery E-L varieties and species
Sempervivum Picture Gallery in alphabetical order from E-L; choose some of these gorgeous hardy succulents for rockeries, mixed with some Sedum in a container, or for crafts...
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Sep 26, 2019
How to Grow Sempervivum - tips for the happiest Hens and Chicks
Learn How to Grow Sempervivum, the hardy hens and chicks plants; tips and techniques for happy houseleeks
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Sep 26, 2019
Thyme Lawn - low maintenance & tough turf alternative
Make a Thyme Lawn, and take the summer off; no mowing, fertilizing or fuss with a great lawn alternative...
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Sep 25, 2019
Sempervivum Problems, Diseases & Pests - help for your hens and chicks
Sempervivum Problems, Diseases and Pests - help for your Hens and Chicks plants to grow robust and strong...
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Sep 24, 2019
Informing and Interesting Succulent Articles
Read About Succulents - Succulent Articles...
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Sep 21, 2019
Early Fall Gardening
The growing season is winding down but there are still some important tasks to take care of to ensure a healthy, thriving xeriscaped landscape in the spring.
Sep 21, 2019
Autumn in the Xeric Garden - you thought summer color was great...
If you thought the summer color was great, wait until Autumn in the Xeric Garden; it will rip your eyeballs out...
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Sep 07, 2019
scheffleara
i have a schefflera that has been in the same pot for 15 years and the roots are coiled up and coming to the surface of the pot..roots probable 5 feet
Sep 01, 2019
Need help says my plants !!
Hi, of late my Lantana and Rangoon creeper are suffering from unknown diseases. Grey spots on the upper surface of Lantana leaves and brownish powdery
Aug 24, 2019
Fungus on sunflowers
I recently got around to treating my fungus infected sunflowers too late. Should I uproot them or cut them at the base?
Aug 23, 2019
Soggy leaves
Good morning thank you for your response . I purchased this plant about 3 weeks ago and the leaves were thick and plump. Some of the leaves are wilted
Aug 22, 2019
Help with my cactus
Hi! I have a cactus that did excellent last year and this year is brown and yellow. The cactus is located in the same spot as last year. I can’t tell the
Aug 21, 2019
Help! What are these?
Hi, I have two succulents that I have no idea what they are. I would appreciate any assistance you may be able to provide. The first is the green bushy
Aug 20, 2019
Light Requirements for Succulents - how bright is bright?
How bright is bright? Light Requirements for Succulents...
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Aug 19, 2019
Xeric Plants - the crowning glory of your xeriscaping garden
Xeric Plants are drought tolerant, tough and beautiful; find out which are my most recommended for challenging conditions...
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Aug 19, 2019
Distressed and weathered Shabby Chic Painted Pots
Shabby Chic Painted Pots - distressed and weathered, on purpose...
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Aug 17, 2019
Indian climate for succulents
I'm from middle India. In summers it's around 45° celsius or 113° Fahrenheit. 90% of my succulents died. They were quite easy to grow species but still
Aug 15, 2019
Aphids on Succulents
Most species of succulent such as Jade Plant, Agave, or Crassula Tetragona are tough and will survive on a strong heat of summer. They are drought-tolerant
Aug 14, 2019
Vine growing on fence
I’m in East Tennessee and there is a vine growing on my fence and producing big green bulbs with seeds in them, what are they?
Aug 07, 2019
reminds me of a cat tail
It's green and has these thorn looking leaves sprouting upwards and it curls like a cats tail, do you know what it is? Drought Smart Plants reply: Hi
Jul 30, 2019
Plant Pests Handbook - natural methods of biological pest control
Buy the Plant Pests HandBook here; biological pest control, natural insect repellents...
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Want your succulents to survive the winter? Learn how to bring them indoors and be happy and healthy with this free e-course; Fill in your name and email address on the form below to enroll!
Winterizing Succulents E-Course
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