Here are popular types of succulents, both houseplants andoutdoor plants, that are easy to care for.
Jade plants are toxic to pets.
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It has rounded blue-gray leaves with maroon edges.
It is toxic to pets.
It can reach trailing lengths of up to 4 feet but the average length is around 24 inches.
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It grows up to 8 inches tall and 12 inches wide.
It reaches a length of 3 to 5 feet if you let it grow.
Indoors, it reaches 8 to 10 feet in height, outdoors it grows to a towering 40 feet.
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It is toxic to humans and pets.
It grows 3 to 6 feet tall outdoors, and 2 feet maximum indoors.
It is toxic to humans and pets.
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Aloe vera grows 12 to 36 inches tall.
It is toxic to pets.
It has fleshy flattened leaves that are slightly serrated on each side.
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The vibrant flowers of this holiday plant provide a welcome splash of color during the winter.
It grows up to 2 feet tall.
The plant is toxic to pets.
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It is toxic to pets.
It is on the smaller side, with 6 to 18 inches in height and width.
The flower clusters extend above the scallop-shaped leaves.
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It is toxic to pets.
It may reach up to 8 feet in height but its a slow grower.
The plant is toxic to pets.
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Zebra Haworthia
The thick dark green leaves with horizontal white stripes gave this houseplant plant its name.
Like most Haworthias, this is a small plant, reaching only 5 to 8 inches in height.
Outdoors, it develops dangling pinkish-gray flowers after a few years.
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The mature size is 3 feet.
The plant is toxic to pets.
Its large, long-lasting, showy pink bracts resemble ink quills.
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They start out pink and turn green over time.
It has whiteish-grey pointed leaves and trailing rosette form, 6 to 12 inches tall.
The rosettes take a blue-gray hue in partial shade or a pinkish-yellow tone in full sun.
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In cold climates, plant them in pots so you bring them indoors for the winter.
There are many different types of living stones, which all grow extremely slowly.
They also make good potting plants, but there is no need to bring them indoors for the winter.
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Parrys Agave
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This handsome agave for outdoor configs has slate gray-bluish rosettes.
It has a clump-forming growth habit and grows up to 3 feet in height.
The flower stalk reaches up to 20 feet in height.
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It has bluish, flattened leaves on an upright plant that grows 18 to 24 inches tall and wide.
In the fall, the foliage turns an orange-rust color.
It can begrown in containersbut it does not need to be overwintered indoors.
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Hardy Ice Plant
The name is a bit misleadingmost ice plants are warm-climate perennials.
Hardy ice plant is a species at the more cold-hardy end of the spectrum.
It grows only 3 to 6 inches tall and has magenta flowers.
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Eastern prickly pear is a sprawling, ground-hugging cactus that grows up to 12 inches tall and wide.
It produces yellow flowers with an orange or red center from May through July.
In a warm climate, you might plant it outdoors where it will grow to about 6 feet.
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In colder climates, plant it in a container and overwinter it indoors.
Potted plants max out at a height of about 3 feet.
It is toxic to humans and pets.
However, it can be grown outdoors in warmer climates.
Burro’s tail is drought-tolerant and incredibly low-maintenance otherwise.
Just ensure to keep it out of the hot sun.
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It can be grown both indoors and outdoors.
It has low needs for water, only requiring water once the soil completely dries out.
This is a rare jot down of ZZ plant and used to be difficult to acquire.
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However, it is easy to find now.
Keep in mind that the raven ZZ plant is toxic to humans and pets.
It is essentially pest-free and doesn’t struggle with any disease.
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Kiwi looks great in containers but also is a great addition to rock gardens.
It is incredibly easy to care for.
It gets its name from its heart-shaped leaves, which also contain a beautiful marble pattern.
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It can reach lengths of 1 to 2 feet at maturity.
It is toxic to both humans and pets.
String of Bananas
The string of bananas is another great option to grow as a hanging houseplant.
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It’s totally low-maintenance and a great plant for beginners.
A trailing succulent, the string of bananas is known to grow quickly and easily.
It is a small succulent but can be grown indoors and outdoors.
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Its leaves vary in color, including bluish-green and yellow-green.
The Chinese money plant is easy to maintain.
It loves partial sun and well-drained soil.
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A fast-growing perennial cactus, dragon fruit cactus can reach heights of up to 20 feet at maturity.
Hindu rope plants are low-maintenance and slow-growing.
It needs well-drained soil and bright, indirect light.
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When its soil dries, water deeply.
Reduce watering frequency once winter arrives.
Ghost Echeveria
Ghost echeveria is a fast-growing and low-maintenance houseplant.
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Mexican Firecracker
The Mexican firecracker is a cat-safe echeveria variety that loves well-draining, loose soil.
Place in bright, indirect light for the best results.
It is fairly drought-tolerant but will require occasional deep watering.
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Desert Rose
Desert rose is a slow-growing houseplant, only adding around 12 inches every year.
Often used as a bonsai plant, the desert rose produces gorgeous pink trumpeting flowers.
It can be grown outdoors and indoors.
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Dwarf Jade
The dwarf jade is a succulent perennial plant that is native to South Africa.
It is fairly drought-tolerant and should be kept out of direct light because the sun can burn its leaves.
Other than that, the dwarf jade is low-maintenance.
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It loves bright, indirect sunlight with well-draining soil.
In the United States, it is a rare find.
It has low water needs, only requiring a fresh dose once the soil dries completely.
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Once mature, ox tongue will reward you with tubular, curved flowers in either red or pink.
Mistletoe Cactus
The mistletoe cactus is low-maintenance and easy to grow indoors.
Place it in a spot with indirect light.
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It loves well-draining soil.
It does require more watering than typical desert cacti.
Thanksgiving Cactus
The Thanksgiving cactus is a tropical cactus native to South America.
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Its soil should be kept continuously moist but be mindful to confirm it doesn’t become waterlogged.
It also does best in a mixed soil.
It has stunning orange leaves that add a pop of brightness to any space.
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Fertilize your cape aloe once per year in the spring.
Hoya kerri’s leaves will vary in color depending on the cultivar you have.
These succulents love well-draining soil and full sun.
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Tiger Jaws
Tiger jaws is a perennial succulent that is slow-growing.
It can live for many decades if you love it right.
confirm to keep its soil moist during its growing season during the late spring to early fall.
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Two-Row Stonecrop
Two-row stonecrop is a low-maintenance succulent that works great as a groundcover.
It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun.
It is mildly toxic to people and pets.Its mature size is 6 inches in height with a 2-foot spread.
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They sprout large night-blooming flowers when taken care of properly.
The orchid cactus looks beautiful in hanging baskets.
It has blue-green leaves that become tinted with purple when exposed to extreme heat and sun.
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It does best in well-drained soil.
Water regularly during its growing season.
Be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
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you might identify a succulent by observing a plant’s leaves, stems, and roots.
Some succulent plants can multiply themselves through division.
Other succulents can spread, such as hens and chicks.
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