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Insects and pests are just a natural part of gardening. For the most part, succulents are hardy plants that are mostly unbothered by insects. However, there are a few common types of pests that can seriously harm and even kill your succulents. If you notice your succulent is discolored, wilted, sticky, or forming sooty black mold, it most likely has contracted a pest of some kind. However, there is no cause for alarm! There are plenty of easy treatments and homemade remedies to effectively rid your succulent or cactus of pests.  Let’s take a look at the most common succulent...

Who doesn’t want to add some sun-drenched color to their garden this summer? Whether you’re looking to cheer up your living space with new houseplants, revitalize your patio, or add a pop of color to your garden, succulents are the way to go! Succulents are usually known for their classic, bright green color. But with seemingly endless varieties and hybrids, succulents can produce beautiful sunny yellows, fiery reds, sunset oranges, muted blues, dusty grays, baby pinks, dark purples, and more. In addition, conditions such as sun, water, and temperature can even affect and change the color of succulents.  In short,...

Looking for a succulent to go bananas over?  We’ve got you covered! Closely related to the String of Pearls succulent, the String of Bananas (Senecio radicans) trailing succulent is native to South Africa and characterized by its glossy banana-shaped leaves that grow on long, hanging stems. Some people find the String of Bananas succulent to be easier to care for than the String of Pearls succulent because its tendrils are thicker and less prone to break. In addition, the String of Bananas grows faster and is not as likely to dry out like the String of Pearls. String of Bananas...

Senecio rowleyanus (also curio rowleyanus) is a popular hanging succulent known as String of Pearls. It is native to the hot, dry climate of East Africa and grows as a terrestrial plant in its natural habitat. The cascading succulent features long, vine-like stems with spherical, pea-sized leaves, looking like a green pearl necklace. The String of Pearls succulent is also called String of Beads, String of Peas, and Rosary Vines. The trailing vines and plump, grape-like leaves look beautiful in planters, hanging baskets, vertical gardens, and as ground cover.  String of Pearls plants are well-loved for their attractive appearance and...

If you love succulents and your pets, then you have most likely worried about both coexisting together in your home. One of the most common questions about succulents is if they are toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets. The answer? It depends.  Fortunately, most succulents are completely harmless to pets. In addition, most animals instinctively avoid eating succulents because they do not smell or taste appealing to them. However, as a pet owner, it’s important to know which succulents are safe to keep indoors if you are worried about your pet potentially consuming them. Let’s look at 8 nontoxic...