Succulents are easy to grow, beautiful, and popular. And that is not hard to understand when you see all the advantages they offer, especially here in our Valley.
Why are Succulents so Grand?
Low Water – Succulents can withstand drought better than soggy soil. These plants thrive where others wilt from lack of water. Your water district recommends these plants as an essential part of landscaping and gardening water conservation.
Low Maintenance – These plants are about as close to “plant it and forget it” as you can get. Most are native to the harsh southwestern desert where they have learned to fend for themselves. If your time for gardening and landscaping is limited, succulents belong on your shopping list.
Versatility – These plants are equally happy to be in your garden, landscaping, containers, and inside your home as houseplants. As long as you keep in mind, they do have some special needs. Most require at least 6 hours of sunlight others morning sun only; all require fast-draining soil. Location is important, and some will need protection during the colder months.
Good Looks – Fortunately, you don’t have to sacrifice appearance for all these benefits. Succulents are some of nature’s most beautiful and exotic plants. Outdoors, your succulents will liven up your garden and give your home an original look. Few plants attract as much attention as these. You can use them as dramatic accents or go all out and create a complete desert garden motif. Inside, dish gardens with succulents can provide an attractive tabletop decoration that is sure to be a conversation starter.
Off-Season Blooming – When most other plants are in their dormant cycle, and the rest of your landscaping has the winter color blahs, many of these plants are at their colorful best. The aloes are in their glory from December to January; the cacti, puyas, yuccas and agave flower from April to June. A well-chosen selection and placement of cacti, succulents and their cousins will give your landscaping a year-round color look your neighbors will envy.
Here at Alden Lane, we have a large selection available for you to combine or we can suggest combinations for you. With their wide variety of architectural forms, succulents are a great garden addition.
We also have many color selections. You may like the blues, bronzes, purples or pinks of the Echeverias or the fuzzy feel of the Kalanchoe.
These plants are among the most versatile of drought-tolerant garden offerings. They can express your artful side or your whimsy, whatever you choose. Also, they combine well with other low-water-use plants to make a lush garden display. Come in and catch on to this ongoing trend.
