20 Types of Tall Cactus Plants

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Sometimes, when you want to make a statement, a tall-growing cactus is the perfect solution. Whether you’re looking for an indoor focal point or you want to create a dramatic outdoor landscape, there are many tall cactus varieties that you could consider. For desert gardens, a grouping of tall cacti against a blank wall looks … Read more

Growing and Caring for String of Dolphins (Senecio ‘Hippogriff’)

string of dolphins succulent

The popular String of Dolphins plant is actually a hybrid between Senecio rowleyanus (String of Pearls) and Senecio articulatus (Candle plant). It’s a lovely trailing succulent that grows really well in hanging pots.  The leaves on the plant resemble tiny, jumping dolphins. The individual leaves are crescent-shaped and curve outward. They have two points about … Read more

How To Water Cactus Plants

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Cactus plants are some of the most popular houseplants around the world thanks to their low maintenance requirements. In fact, many cacti tend to thrive on neglect and this is something that must be kept in mind when it comes to watering your plants. Cacti originate from dry, desert regions where they’ve learned to adapt … Read more

Cactus Fertilizer and Food: A Complete Guide

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It’s a common misconception that because cacti are desert plants and have adapted to survive in some of the harshest conditions, they don’t need to be fertilized.  However, when growing cactus plants at home, in a more controlled environment, it’s highly recommended that you give your plants some fertilizer to encourage them to grow and … Read more

How to Water Succulents: Everything You Need To Know

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Watering both outdoor and indoor succulents correctly is something that most new growers struggle with. Many succulents die because they’ve either been overwatered or underwatered, so it’s important to get the balance just right. Just because succulents are hardy plants that don’t need a lot of care, it doesn’t mean that they don’t need to … Read more