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November 11, 2019 by Elise Xavier | Updated: September 16, 2020 - Leave a Comment

Teeny Tiny Succulents? A Slew of Succulent Plants That Stay Small

I can think of quite a few different reasons someone might want to seek out a list of the smallest succulent plants around. The most obvious reason: to grab a bunch of these tiny succulents and use them in miniature arrangement. A few less obvious reasons: to get a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Plant Facts, Succulents

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October 20, 2019 by Elise Xavier | Updated: October 27, 2020 - 2 Comments

The Best Pots for Jade Plants & How to Make Your Faves Work

When it comes to picking pots for jade plants, the most important rule of thumb is the same rule that exists no matter which succulent you plan on potting: concentrate on good drainage. This rule of thumb holds true whether you're planning on putting your potted jade … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Succulents, Tools of the Trade

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September 28, 2019 by Elise Xavier | Updated: August 25, 2020 - 2 Comments

What Does Cactus Taste Like? How About Cactus Fruit? Cactus Juice?

Just recently discovered that some cacti are edible? Found a weird looking fruit in your grocery store labelled "cactus pear" and want to know what the fruit of a cactus could possibly taste like before maybe grabbing one to try for yourself? Well, you're in the right … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cacti, Green-Thumb Fun, Plant Facts

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September 22, 2019 by Elise Xavier | Updated: August 25, 2020 - 1 Comment

Cactus Yellowing [Issues + Fix]: What to Do If Your Cactus Turns Yellow

To my knowledge (please correct me in the comments if I'm wrong), if your cactus is yellowing, there are three potential candidates that could be the possible cause: Your cactus has rot.Your cactus has sunburn.Your cactus has pests. None of these things are good for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cacti, Plant Care

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September 10, 2019 by Elise Xavier | Updated: April 30, 2020 - Leave a Comment

Outdoor Succulent Planter Bed: Before & After 2 Months

A couple months ago, I planted out a flower bed at the very entrance of our front yard with a number of succulents I thought would look quite nice once they'd grown and knit together. That was back in July, and it's September now, so I thought I'd do an update showing off … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Green-Thumb Fun, My Garden, Succulents

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September 9, 2019 by Elise Xavier | Updated: September 10, 2019 - Leave a Comment

My “Under the Sea” Coral Reef Themed Succulent Bed Arrangement

Back in July, I took a visit to a local plant nursery and picked up a large number of the few pots of succulents and cacti they had for sale. I did my absolute best to buy succulents I didn't see in my local grocery store - which often has a decent range of succulents and a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Green-Thumb Fun, My Garden, Succulents

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