Gorgeous Green Succulents You Need In Your Home
Often succulents are recognizable for bright pink rosettes, prickly appearance, or medicinal properties. Some succulents also grow vibrantly green with unique textures and shapes. Many of these succulents also grow well indoors in a bright window. But one thing is for sure, these attractive plants are perfect for gardeners who don't want to water frequently.
Aloe juvenna "Tiger Tooth Aloe"
You'll love growing Tiger Tooth Aloe, not just because it's a bright green color, but because it has such unique leaves. Whether it's the spots down the middle or the hooks along the edge, this plant will add a lot of visual interest to your succulent garden. Those little hooks aren't anything to worry about when it comes to safety. They're quite soft and pliable.
Aeonium canariense "Giant Velvet Rose"
Aeoniums like this Giant Velvet Rose prefer a very temperate climate. This variety has vibrantly green leaves that are thick and form a perfect rosette. Over time the stems can get quite long and leggy, but if you cut off the rosettes, the original stem will produce a number of new babies.
Gasteraloe 'Green Ice'
Though it's more of a cool gray than green, Gasteraloe 'Green Ice' is worth mentioning here. It is such an easy-to-grow succulent and can even live on your desk at work if you water it once a month or less. It doesn't need a lot of light to keep its textured gray-green leaves compact. In fact, if you give it too much light you'll end up with burnt leaves.
Echeveria agavoides "Lipstick Echeveria"
This plant is known for the distinct red edges on its leaves. But it's hard to overlook the deep green providing a nice contrast. Echeveria agavoides can be quite prone to overwatering so make sure you're using a well draining soil and a pot with a drainage hole. Then keep a close eye on it and only water when the leaves start to feel a bit limp.
Kalanchoe beharensis ‘Fang’
We couldn't resist adding this fuzzy succulent to the list, even if it is a bit more bronze than green. Kalanchoe beharensis ‘Fang’ is a unique specimen to be sure. With jagged edges and funky bumps on the underside of its leaves, this plant is quite a sight. It may be tempting to stroke this little guy, but the fuzz can cause some irritation to your skin, so it's best not to.
Sedum reflexum “Blue Spruce Stonecrop”
We always like adding a cold hardy succulent to our lists as many people don't realize that succulents can grow in four-season climates. Sedum reflexum is a hardy succulent that will thrive in snowy areas. With blue-green hues and clumping leaves, it makes for an interesting ground cover or "spiller" in a potted arrangement. This plant also propagates easily so you can share with friends or multiply your own collection.
Kalanchoe daigremontiana
Oh, the fun of Mother of Thousands... This succulent is considered a noxious weed in some places as it reproduces so easily. Can you see those little babies growing along the edge of the leaves? Once they get a bit larger they'll fall off and root on their own, meaning you'll have clusters of bright green succulents everywhere. If you keep these potted they are easier to manage and less likely to be invasive.
Crassula ovata "Jade"
Also known as "Money Tree," Crassula ovata is a classic green succulent that many are familiar with. It's very easy to grow and is considered to bring good luck to the grower. You'll find this succulent is happy indoors with very little maintenance and can easily be propagated by cuttings. If you care for it just right, it can live for decades and even be passed down to your posterity.
Crassula perforata "String of Buttons"
This iconic Crassula is known for its unusual stacked leaves that alternate directions. String of Buttons will add a unique texture to any succulent arrangement and may even show off a little tinge of red along the edge of the leaves if it's getting a lot of light. Make sure to keep it out of direct sunlight, but give it plenty of bright indirect light to keep it happy.
Yes, Your Succulent Is Probably Dying, But Here's What To Do About It
There are a number of reasons your succulent might not be looking great. Find out how to tell what's wrong with your succulent and how you can fix it or prevent it from happening again.
Are you overlooking this critical part of succulent care?
Many people who struggle to grow succulents think they have a watering problem. As it turns out, most of them have a soil problem. Using the proper succulent soil will make caring for these unique plants so much easier. Find out what type of soil is best for succulents and where to find it.
Has Your Succulent Lost Its Color?
The succulents in this list can all tolerate low light. But most colorful succulents won't fare so well. There are a number of factors that help keep your succulents colorful, including how much light they get. Even some of these "low light" succulents will look a little better with more light. Find out how to give your succulents healthy stress and bring out their brightest colors.
7 Worst Mistakes Beginners Make When Growing Succulents
Many people assume that they can take care of succulent plants however they want -- just treat them like normal house plants. The problem is succulents aren't like most other house plants. They have completely different watering needs and often need more sunlight and airflow than other plants. Find out what the most common succulent mistakes are and how to avoid them.
Get more succulents for free with this simple propagation technique
One of the best things about growing succulents is how easily they propagate (grow new baby plants). Propagating succulents from leaves is extremely fun and a rewarding way to get more plants without having to buy new ones. Learning this simple technique can be quite addicting but may help keep your plant budget on track.
This article originally appeared on Succulents and Sunshine.