Succulents are mainly plants with thick water-filled leaves that store water. They have the ability to survive drought making them a good choice from busy people who forget to water the plants. There are many different varieties with different shapes and sizes including most will bloom indoors. They are related to the cactus family: all cactus are succulents, however, not all succulents are cactus.
Most need direct sunlight (south window) or bright grow lights. Some varieties will take less sun like the sansevieria, mother-in-law plant. There are hanging types like mother pearls and burro tails.
All need a well-draining potting mix with drainage holes in the container. The number one cause of death is not quickly drying out between watering. Edge on lack of water than too much water. You can purchase cactus and succulents soil mixes in stores. In the spring fertilize with a water-soluble fertilizer like Miracle-Gro and again later in the early summer.
There are a thousand varieties to try growing in all types of combinations in all types of containers.
