Cacti & Succulents
So you want to grow cacti and succulent plants in the garden but don’t know where to start. That’s simple. Tips for growing, caring and designing with succulents and various types of cactus begins here. Use our cacti and succulent growing guide to help answer any questions you may have. There are many types of cactus and succulent plants that can be grown in the home garden, and most are easy to grow. Keep reading to learn more about designing with succulents and start creating cactus gardens that your neighbors will envy!
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Cacti & Succulents
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Thanksgiving Cactus Care Guide: Grow Healthy Plants That Bloom Over The Holidays
Grow thriving Thanksgiving cactus plants that reliably rebloom, with this expert guide to creating the ideal growing conditions and solving common problems.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Repotting A Thanksgiving Cactus: Your Expert Guide For Thriving Plants
Learn how to repot your Thanksgiving cactus to ensure a happy, healthy houseplant filled with glorious blooms for the holiday season.
By Tonya Barnett
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Bunny Ear Cactus: Ultimate Care And Growing Guide
Even a beginner can learn how to grow bunny ears cactus and enjoy its charms without a lot of typical houseplant fuss.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Grow And Care For An Easter Lily Cactus
Imagine the fragrance of a large bloom from an Easter lily cactus in your home. This unusual cactus loves gritty soil, warm dry air and lots of light.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Fishbone Cactus: Complete Plant Care & Growing Guide
If you’re looking for an interesting hanging plant, try a fishbone cactus in your arrangement. Also known as ric rac cactus, it’s hardy and disease-free.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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DIY Succulent Fertilizer Recipes For Better Growth And More Flowers
Give your succulents and cacti a nutrient boost with a homemade fertilizer that uses natural, organic ingredients – many of which are available in your kitchen.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Epiphyllum Plant Care: Tips For Growing Epiphyllum Cactus
Look into growing some of the ten species of epiphyllum, or orchid cactus. Find them in garden centers or online, and grow them in much the same way you’d grow an orchid.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Fragrant Succulents And Cacti That Will Naturally Perfume Your Home
More than just attractive, easy-care houseplants, many succulents and cacti also produce an inviting scent. Discover the best varieties to perfume your interior with beautiful flowers or aromatic leaves.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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10 Types of Sedum: Best Stonecrop Varieties For Sustainable Gardens
Few plants work harder, more efficiently or quite so creatively as stonecrops. Discover the best types of sedum for beautiful and sustainable gardening projects
By Janey Goulding
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Burro’s Tail: Ultimate Care And Growing Guide
Perfect for the novice gardener, burro’s tail succulent, or donkey tail plant, is simple to care for and propagates easily.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Echeveria Care Guide -- How To Grow Echeveria Succulents
Echeveria is a great plant, with its care practically foolproof. Learn more about these plants and how to grow them in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Advice For Christmas Cactus Care
A blooming Christmas cactus can be your pride and joy. Treat it well and it'll reward you with blossoms and holiday cheer.
By Nikki Tilley
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Differences Between Holiday Cactus Varieties: Do I Have A Christmas Cactus Or Thanksgiving Cactus
Learn how to identify Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter cactus, and their slightly different care needs.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cacti For Beginners: Easy Cactus Varieties
One of the easier plants to grow is a cactus. There are numerous cacti for beginners from which to choose. Click to learn more about easy to grow cacti.
By Liz Baessler
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How To Grow A Holiday Cactus - Christmas, Thanksgiving & Easter Cactus Differences
Can't tell the three kinds of holiday cactus apart? Click here to learn the differences, and how to care for all of them.
By Amy Draiss
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Unique Succulents To Add To Your Collection
Learn about unique varieties of succulents and cactus to beautify your plant collection.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Elephant Bush Indoors: How To Care For Elephant Bush Houseplants
A few rules on how to care for elephant bush will help you grow a healthy specimen. Learn more elephant bush plants in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant