The Coppertone, Sedum nussbaumerianum, sometimes called Coppertone Sedum or Stonecrop, is almost always on a person’s list of favorite terrarium succulents. It is a hardy and versatile plant that looks and grows great indoors and outside. Common Names Coppertone Sedum, Stonecrop, Showy Stonecrop, Everlasting, Nussbaumer’s Sedum, Donkey Tail Sedum Scientific Binomial Name Sedum nussbaumerianum Description of Coppertone,…
Please do not be embarrassed or ashamed if you need to ask the question; “What is a succulent?” The truth is it is not an easy question to answer since even experts and scholars will give you different definitions about how to identify succulents. What is a Succulent? The actual word “succulent” is from the latin…
The String of Buttons, Crassula perforata, is a great addition to your houseplant collection or in an outside garden. They are easy to care for and their unusual form compliments many other succulents. It is also one of the best terrarium succulents. Common Names String of Buttons, Baby’s Necklace, Necklace Vine, Stacked Crassula, Pagoda Plant…
The ‘Golden Toothed Aloe’, Aloe nobilis, has become extremely popular with landscapers, xeriscapers, and for indoor houseplants. Common Names ‘Golden Toothed Aloe’, ‘Gold Tooth Aloe’, ‘Green and Gold Crown’, ‘Saw Tooth Aloe’. Scientific Binomial Name Aloe nobilis Description of ‘Golden Toothed Aloe’, Aloe nobilis The Golden Toothed Aloe is a perennial evergreen succulent that grows develops into…
You may have noticed that many succulents, such Ice Plant, Poinsettia and Kalanchoe, are readily available in a variety of attractive colors. However, there are additional plant varieties that produce vibrant red, yellow and pink succulent flowers. We have listed below a few types you may add to your garden by specific flower color. If…
The ‘Topsy Turvy’, Echeveria runyonii is a cute and hardy succulent that has delighted gardeners for many years. It is a great addition to your houseplant collection. Common Names ‘Topsy Turvy’, ‘Mexican Hens and Chicks’, ‘Silver Spoons Echeveria’ Scientific Binomial Name Echeveria runyonii Description of ‘Topsy Turvy’, Echeveria runyonii ‘Topsy Turvy’ is a cultivar, actually a…