Succulents and aloes

Succulents store water in thick leaves and stems, so they need strong light, gritty soil and far less watering than other plants. Most failures come from kindness: too much water and too little sun. These profiles cover easy succulents for sunny windowsills and frost-free patios, with propagation steps for each.

Illustration of Aloe Vera (Aloe vera)

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–12
Illustration of Echeveria (Echeveria elegans)

Echeveria

Echeveria elegans

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 9–11
Illustration of Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)

Jade Plant

Crassula ovata

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–12

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