Learn How to Identify Your Succulents (and why you should)

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Knowing what types of succulents you own can help you better care for them because not all types of succulents need the exact same care. Use the methods in this post to determine what succulents you own!

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Get the best picture you can of your succulent. The better the picture, the more likely people will be able to identify the plant.

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I've found people in Facebook groups are more likely to give you feedback or tips than members in a forum. Click the link below for a couple groups you could request to join.

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Garden Web Forum

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Tap the link below for more ways to identify your succulents.

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Do you have questions about your specific succulents and what’s happening with them? Or maybe you’re looking for a one-stop-shop to learn all you need to know about growing succulents…

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Learn How to Identify Your Succulents (and why you should)

Knowing what types of succulents you own can help you better care for them because not all types of succulents need the exact same care. Use the methods in this post to determine what succulents you own!

Get the best picture you can of your succulent. The better the picture, the more likely people will be able to identify the plant.

Start with a good photo

I've found people in Facebook groups are more likely to give you feedback or tips than members in a forum. Click the link below for a couple groups you could request to join.

Facebook Groups

Facebook Groups

Drought Smart Plants

Drought Smart Plants

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Garden Web Forum

Garden Web Forum

Tap the link below for more ways to identify your succulents.

Do you have questions about your specific succulents and what’s happening with them? Or maybe you’re looking for a one-stop-shop to learn all you need to know about growing succulents…

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