A beautiful echeveria with a tight rosette of blue leaves or a proud crown of aloe stems can inspire succulent lovers to grow these plants on a patio or sunny windowsill. But when it comes time to ...

If left to do its own thing, rosemary is one of the easiest-going plants that thrives on neglect. Rosemary and succulents, ...

Question: I keep reading that I’m supposed to be using a special potting soil to start my seeds that’s different from the kind of potting soil I’m supposed to use to fill my patio containers. What’s ...

We gardeners are a bit obsessed with acquiring new plants. From the hard-to-find succulents to exotic flowers, the quest never ends. You can fund this obsession by reusing your potting soil and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A defining characteristic of succulents is their ability to thrive in high heat with very little water.

Not sure what to do with a broken vase? This easy DIY repurposes it into a unique succulent display that adds greenery and ...

After you've refreshed your potting soil, the key to keeping it healthy is to properly store it until you're ready to put it to work. The best place to store refreshed potting soil is in an airtight ...

The best way to water a potted succulent is to set it in a container of water so moisture can wick up to saturate all the potting soil. Handout Courtesy photo Even if you love that great succulent ...

As the succulent craze continues, the architectural plants are making designer appearances in pots, terrariums, wall planting systems, even bride's bouquets. Low-water succulents are especially ...

One of the major components to see any type of outdoor garden flourish is the potting soil. And as any gardener knows, potting soil is not cheap. Especially when you have to use several bags for your ...