- What Do Succulent Plants Need?<\/a><\/li>
- Top 9 Easy Succulent Plants for Atlanta Homes and Gardens<\/a>
- 1. Mexican Rosettes (Echeveria)<\/a><\/li>
- 2. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)<\/a><\/li>
- 3. Hen and Chicks (Sempervivum)<\/a><\/li>
- 4. Stonecrop (Sedum)<\/a><\/li>
- 5. Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis)<\/a><\/li>
- 6. Snake Plant (Sanseveria)<\/a><\/li>
- 7. Burro\u2019s Tail (Sedum morganianum)<\/a><\/li>
- 8. Zebra Plant (Zebra haworthia)<\/a><\/li>
- 9. Air Plants (Tillandsia)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- FAQ<\/a><\/li>
- Add The Perfect Succulents to Your Atlanta Garden Today!<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
What Do Succulent Plants Need?<\/h2>
The succulent family has 10,000 species of plants, each with small particularities. But there are four basic rules<\/strong> that can help you take care of any succulent plant:<\/p>
- Give them at least six hours of sun exposure <\/strong>per day.<\/li>
- Put succulent plants in well-draining soil.<\/strong> Since the typical red clay in the Metro Atlanta area can have poor drainage, amend it with perlite, pumice, coarse sand, or lava rock.<\/li>
- Water once a week or every two weeks<\/strong>, only when the soil feels dry. If outdoors, delay watering if it rains, especially in wet months like March, July, and September.<\/li>
- Take them indoors for the winter<\/strong> when outside temperatures are less than 40 – 50\u00b0F. In the Metro Atlanta area, this happens around Veteran\u2019s Day.<\/li> <\/ol>
Three things can harm most varieties of succulents:<\/p>
- Freezing temperatures.<\/strong><\/li>
- Temperatures above 90\u00b0F<\/strong> and scorching sun. <\/li>
- Overwatering: <\/strong>With some exceptions, such as mother\u2019s-in-law tongue or snake plant, too much water rots the roots. <\/li> <\/ol>
Succulents don’t require much maintenance, making them a go-to plant type for beginners. They are also drought-tolerant and will enjoy the heat of Atlanta summers. Here are some easy-care succulents to consider for your A-Town home.<\/p>
Top 9 Easy Succulent Plants for Atlanta Homes and Gardens<\/h2>
1. Mexican Rosettes (Echeveria<\/em>)<\/h3>
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Photo Credit: Se\u00e1n A. O’Hara<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Echeveria<\/em> grows in graceful rosettes of fleshy, pointy leaves with a waxy exterior cuticle. Some bloom flowers on long stems with yellow, orange, pink, or red buds. Consider Echeveria <\/em>for your rock garden design<\/a>. It brings lovely texture and color in groups that alternate different sizes and hues. <\/p>
Echeveria<\/em> is easy to find in Atlanta nurseries in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. <\/p>
Where to Buy<\/strong><\/p>
\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAmazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHome Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLowe’s<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>Color:<\/strong> Mostly neutral grey-green, with a hint of pink, reddish, purple, or grey-lilac \u2013 fabulous in modern, minimalist, and Nordic designs.<\/p>
Size:<\/strong> It is a slow growing succulent, growing up to 12 inches tall and wide.<\/p>
Care: <\/strong>Echeveria copes well with neglect, as long as you won’t overwater it. Bring them inside and grow as potted plants during winter to protect them from freezing.<\/p>
2. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata<\/em>)<\/h3>
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Photo Credit: cultivar413<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Native to South Africa and Mozambique, jade plant is also known as jade tree or by its scientific name, Crassula ovata<\/em>. Jade plants are very popular as houseplants and a thrilling addition to rock, succulent, and alpine gardens. <\/p>
They have rounded, deep green, highly ornamental leaves and snowflake-like flowers. You’ll also love the branched shape, similar to a bonsai tree, and the gray, smooth bark.<\/p>
Where to Buy<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>
\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAmazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHome Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>Color: <\/strong>It blooms white or pinkish star-shaped flowers in late winter if you place it near a sunny window.<\/p>
Size: <\/strong>Jade plant grows up to 3 feet tall indoors but can reach up to 10 feet if kept outside, turning into small trees.<\/p>
Care: <\/strong><\/p>
- Place in full sun to partial shade but offer some protection against the hot summer afternoon sun. <\/li>
- Since Crassula ovata<\/em> is not hardy to the Metro Atlanta area\u2019s winters, bring it indoors once the temperature goes below 50\u00b0F. You can include this as part of your fall lawn care schedule<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>
Warning! <\/strong>Jade plant is toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, so ensure these lovely companions cannot access the foliage and flowers.<\/p>
3. Hen and Chicks (Sempervivum<\/em>)<\/h3>
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Photo Credit: brewbooks<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Also known as \u201clive forever,” “houseleek,” or \u201chens and chicks\u201d, Sempervivum<\/em> succulents grow in tufted rosettes, elegantly covering the soil in succulent and rock gardens. They grow fast and multiply quickly, making them suitable for oversized pots and outdoor spaces. Some popular varieties in the Peach State are Red Lion, Cobweb, Calcareum, and Mahogany.<\/p>
Where to Buy<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>
\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAmazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHome Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLowe’s<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>Color: <\/strong>The foliage varies from light green to yellow, orange, red, and purple, depending on the variety. Sempervivum<\/em> flowers are small and come in white, yellow, and pink shades. <\/p>
Size: <\/strong>Ground-hugging plants, Sempervivum<\/em> typically grow up to 4 to 6 inches tall and 6 to 18 inches wide. They spread by offsets and create charming colonies.<\/p>
Care:<\/strong> <\/p>
- Keep Sempervivum<\/em> houseplants in bright, indirect light to avoid sunburns on their succulent leaves. If grown outdoors, ensure hens and chicks some protection from the afternoon sun during July, when Hotlanta temperatures peak. You can plant them under gorgeous Atlanta trees<\/a> for some shade.<\/li>
- Sempervivum<\/em> does well in breathable terracotta, concrete, or cement pots.<\/li> <\/ul>
Did you know?<\/strong> Some homeowners grow Sempervivum<\/em> on the roof!<\/p>
4. Stonecrop (Sedum<\/em>)<\/h3>
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Photo Credit: Bj\u00f6rn S…<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Perennials with fleshy stems and succulent leaves, sedums are another low-maintenance option. There are two types of sedums: <\/p>
- Low-growing sedums <\/strong>are up to a few inches tall and look fabulous as ground covers along pathways, in rock gardens, or cascading down a stone wall. You can also plant them on roofs (visit the Green Roof in Atlanta’s Botanical Garden<\/a> to see how they look).<\/li>
- Tall or upright sedums<\/strong> are a good fit for pollinator gardens and border gardens. They grow in upright clumps with tight masses of tiny pink flowers. <\/li> <\/ul>
Where to Buy<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>
\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAmazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHome Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLowe’s<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>Color:<\/strong> Their beautiful rosettes range from gray-green (Blue Elf) to yellow (Suzie Q), pink (Sedum minor<\/em>), and purple (Dragon’s Blood). The flowers are small and form white, yellow, bronze, and pink clusters.<\/p>
Size: <\/strong>Sedum height ranges from 2 inches to 3 feet, depending on the variety. <\/p>
Care: <\/strong><\/p>
- They need full sun and little water.<\/li>
- Fertilizing is unnecessary since sedums pride themselves on thriving in neglected areas and shallow soils.<\/li>
- No need to bring them indoors during winter. They go dormant when it’s cold.<\/li>
- To grow sedums as indoor succulents, put them near a bright, large window and check for water once a week.<\/li> <\/ul>
5. Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis<\/em>)<\/h3>
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Photo Credit: Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Well-known for its medicinal properties, aloe vera is also a beautiful, easy-care ornamental plant that requires little water, but a lot of light. Native to the southeast Arabian Peninsula, it\u2019s treasured and often grown for its healing gel that treats scratches and cuts and soothes burning and stinging sensations. <\/p>
Where to Buy<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>
\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAmazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHome Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLowe’s<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>Color: <\/strong>Aloe vera leaves are soft chartreuse green with a deep green undertone. It\u2019s an evergreen succulent, so you\u2019ll enjoy the beautiful color all year round.<\/p>
Size:<\/strong> Plants typically reach 12 to 36 inches in height. <\/p>
Care:<\/strong><\/p>
- Grow aloe vera as an indoor plant and take it outside in its pots when the weather warms up. It is hardy to zones 9 to 10 and can\u2019t survive the Atlanta winter outdoors.<\/li>
- Plant in poor soil with good drainage and don\u2019t fertilize.<\/li>
- Aloe thrives when receiving at least eight hours of bright light daily.<\/li> <\/ul>
6. Snake Plant (Sanseveria<\/em>)<\/h3>
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Photo Credit: Dinkum<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ CC0 1.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Of all the low-maintenance types of succulents for your Atlanta home, the snake plant is the most resilient. It doesn\u2019t require a lot of light and tolerates dry soil and inundation. On the other hand, it\u2019s hardy to zones 9 to 11, so you\u2019ll need to shelter it inside during winter. <\/p>
Snake plant’s flat, sword-like leaves are its main attraction and look similar in shape and fibrous texture to yucca. They grow upright, reaching tall towards the sky in an exotic, dense bouquet.<\/p>
Where to Buy<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>
- Tall or upright sedums<\/strong> are a good fit for pollinator gardens and border gardens. They grow in upright clumps with tight masses of tiny pink flowers. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Sempervivum<\/em> does well in breathable terracotta, concrete, or cement pots.<\/li> <\/ul>
- Keep Sempervivum<\/em> houseplants in bright, indirect light to avoid sunburns on their succulent leaves. If grown outdoors, ensure hens and chicks some protection from the afternoon sun during July, when Hotlanta temperatures peak. You can plant them under gorgeous Atlanta trees<\/a> for some shade.<\/li>
- Temperatures above 90\u00b0F<\/strong> and scorching sun. <\/li>
- Put succulent plants in well-draining soil.<\/strong> Since the typical red clay in the Metro Atlanta area can have poor drainage, amend it with perlite, pumice, coarse sand, or lava rock.<\/li>
- 2. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)<\/a><\/li>
- Top 9 Easy Succulent Plants for Atlanta Homes and Gardens<\/a>