Not all large succulents are slow growing, either. Plant a pale leaf Yucca, Agaves and Mangaves, or the pencil tree, to quickly add some breadth, height, and geometric structure to backyard ...

Once established, succulents are incredibly water-wise and require minimal care to look their best. There is hardly a better plant for creating a dramatic focal point than the sculptural agave.

“Striking Succulent Gardens,” Photography by Dan Kuras, Ten Speed Press, 2021 Smith, Gideon F. “Cacti and Succulents Handbook”, Expanded 2 nd Edition, Companion House Books, 2022 Shelf, Ken.

Succulents and Sunshine. Benefits of Large vs Small Succulents. Posted: May 22, 2025 | Last updated: May 22, 2025. Should you go big or small with your succulents?

I noticed other people’s obsession with succulents before I became obsessed myself. For months I had seen them in shop windows and garnishing coffee tables on design blogs.

Rubber plants are another hearty large succulent, but they need care and attention just like other plants. Horti. Your succulents' initial home may be temporary, much like hermit crabs, ...

One large succulent-topped pumpkin could serve as your table centerpiece. Alternatively, a decorated mini pumpkin at each place setting would be a lovely gift for your guests to take home as a ...

Echeveria is a large group that typically stays small, only reaching a couple of inches across. Water should not be allowed to sit in the rosette’s center as they are prone to rotting or disease.