Succulents are unique plants that can be added to both indoor and outdoor spaces, offering a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. Some succulent species even produce beautiful flowers. Continue reading to explore the most popular types of flowering succulents:
Christmas Cactus
The Christmas Cactus produces beautiful, colorful blooms in shades of purple, pink, or red. This succulent is known for its long blooming period. However, unlike other cacti, the Christmas Cactus cannot tolerate hot, sunny, and dry conditions.
It requires regular watering, but the soil should never remain overly wet.
Crown of Thorns
Crown of Thorns is one of the best flowering succulents and can bloom almost year-round. Its flowers come in various colors, including red, orange, pink, yellow, and white.
Another advantage of this plant is that it requires minimal care and grows easily as an indoor houseplant. It can also thrive outdoors in frost-free climates.
Warning: This plant is toxic to humans and pets.
Echeveria
Echeveria is one of the most popular flowering succulents. It is loved for its beautiful rosette shape.
This species produces stunning blooms—clusters of spaced-out flowers on long stalks, typically in shades of pink, yellow, or orange.
Echeveria can grow indoors if the right conditions are provided. However, it needs plenty of bright light to maintain its flat, rose-like form.
String of Pearls
String of Pearls is a unique combination of attractive foliage and delicate blooms. Its small flowers appear along a beautiful cascading vine, making it perfect for hanging planters.
For proper care, water it deeply but moderately, and plant it in very coarse, fast-draining soil. When this succulent needs water, its pearls will look thin and shriveled.
Pincushion Cactus
The Pincushion Cactus produces beautiful pink flowers in spring when given proper care and placed in a sunny spot.
To increase the chances of blooming, it is recommended to stop watering several weeks before its flowering period. Certain types of fertilizers may also help enhance blooming.
Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe is an evergreen succulent available in a wide range of sizes and flower colors. It features dark green leaves and clusters of vibrant, beautiful blossoms.
For best results, place your Kalanchoe near a window where it can receive plenty of sunlight and avoid overwatering.
