Succulents and cacti love heat and sun, need very little water and always look green and fresh with proper care.  They come in a variety of interesting shapes and colors, and can make for great container gardens indoors, on the patio, or even in a perennial rock garden. If you’re a student looking for a plant to liven up your dorm or apartment, succulents are excellent low maintenance options.

When caring for these plants, keep in mind that cacti and succulents are able to withstand drought better than wet soil.  Let the soil dry out between waterings, as drenching an already damp pot may result in root rot. Fertilize once a month in summer with a balance cactus fertilizer or once a year with a slow-release, granular, cactus fertilizer. Ask an associate to help you find the best fertilizer options for your succulents.

If your succulents will be kept indoors, water once every 2-3 weeks, or when soil is dry. Plants near a sunny window might need more frequent waterings. 

We have hundreds of succulents and cacti in all textures, sizes, and colors here at Tallahassee Nurseries ready for you to take home!