Dear Lykkers, many of the over 10,000 types of succulents are known for being low-maintenance. However, some varieties require a bit more attention.
Below are some popular succulents, suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings, that are easy to care for. Houseplants thrive best in potting mixes designed for succulents, cacti, palms, or citrus trees, or in a well-draining indoor mix.
Jade Plant
Description: The jade plant has fleshy, oval leaves and thick, wood type stems resembling tiny tree trunks. It grows slowly, reaching 3 to 6 feet in height and 2 to 3 feet in width.
Name: Jade plant (Crassula ovata)
USDA zone: 11-12
Light: Bright, indirect sunlight
Soil: Well-drained
Water needs: Moderate
Silver Dollar Plant
Description: This Crassula species is a multi-stemmed shrub with rounded blue-gray leaves featuring maroon edges. It grows up to 4 feet tall.
Name: Silver dollar plant (Crassula arborescens)
USDA zones: 10-12
Light: Bright, indirect light
Soil: Well-drained
Water needs: Low
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Donkey's Tail
Description: This succulent features rows of fleshy, tear-drop-shaped blue-green leaves, making it ideal for hanging planters. It trails up to 4 feet but averages 24 inches in length.
Name: Donkey's tail (Sedum morganianum)
USDA zones: 10-11
Light: Full to partial sun
Soil: Loamy, sandy
Water needs: Low
Mexican Snowballs
Description: This rosette-shaped succulent with thick, fleshy blue-green to silver-green leaves can be grown indoors or outdoors. It reaches up to 8 inches tall and 12 inches wide.
Name: Mexican snowballs (Echeveria elegans)
USDA zone: 9-11
Light: Full sun
Soil: Sandy, well-drained
Water needs: Low
Echeveria 'Perle von Nurnberg'
Description: This hybrid features paddle-shaped, pastel leaves that change from muted gray to bright purple and pink in direct sunlight.
Name: Echeveria 'Perle von Nurnberg'
USDA zones: 9-12
Light: Bright light
Soil: Well-draining
Water needs: Low
String of Pearls
Description: This trailing succulent has stems adorned with round, pearl-like leaves, perfect for hanging baskets. It grows up to 3 to 5 feet long.
Name: String of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)
USDA zone: 9-12
Light: Full to partial sun
Soil: Sandy, well-drained
Water needs: Low
Candelabra Cactus
Description: Known for its dark green, four-lobed stems, this succulent can grow up to 10 feet indoors and 40 feet outdoors.
Name: Candelabra cactus (Euphorbia ingens)
USDA zone: 10-11
Light: Full sun
Soil: Sandy, well-drained
Water needs: Low
Crown of Thorns
Description: This succulent blooms nearly year-round with colorful bracts and bright green leaves. It grows 3 to 6 feet outdoors and up to 2 feet indoors.
Name: Crown of thorns (Euphorbia milii)
USDA zone: 9-11
Light: Full to partial sun
Soil: Well-drained
Water needs: Low
Aloe Vera
Description: With fleshy lance-shaped leaves and jagged edges, aloe vera grows 12 to 36 inches tall. Its spiky flowers take years to develop.
Name: Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)
USDA zones: 10-12
Light: Bright natural light
Soil: Sandy
Water needs: Regular watering except during dormancy
Christmas Cactus
Description: This succulent has serrated, flattened leaves and vibrant flowers that bloom in winter, adding color to indoor spaces.
Name: Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi)
USDA zone: 10-12
Light: Partial shade or diffused light
Soil: Loamy, moist, well-drained
Water needs: Moderate
