The ultimate guide to the easiest, most prolific succulents

Everyone knows succulents are easy to grow, and they have always been loved by flower enthusiasts, but do you know which succulents easily fill out their pots? Which are the prettiest? Which are the easiest to keep alive? Today I'll share with you the ultimate succulents in my own opinion!

1. The easiest succulent to keep alive

Echea derenbergii 'Tippy' is very easy to grow and readily branches into clusters; just pick off a leaf and it will root. In an environment with ample sunlight and a large temperature difference, its leaf margins turn from pink to orange-red.

Growing method:Taking cuttings from its side shoots is the fastest way to propagate. It thrives in a dry, well-ventilated spot with ample light; during the hottest part of summer it needs some shade and less watering.

2. The best-looking succulent

For potted Sedum multiceps, I always find this plant extremely easy to pair with other plants; its leaves are emerald green with slightly reddened tips, very beautiful.

Growing method:It has some drought tolerance; just water thoroughly, pay attention to ventilation and shade in summer, and give it plenty of sunlight in the other seasons.

3. The succulent that easily fills out its pot

Here we must mention Sedum dasyphyllum 'Minor'; often, before you notice, it has filled a whole large pot. Don't be fooled by its tiny size, once grown it is quite something.

Growing method:Sedum dasyphyllum 'Minor' is fairly drought-tolerant; even with no fertilizer for a long time it does fine, but if conditions allow, it's best to apply a dilute phosphorus-potassium liquid fertilizer once every 1-2 months. In summer, it's best to water once a month, watering thoroughly each time.

4. The cutest succulent

The lovely rose succulent looks a bit like a rose, but without the rose's sexiness; instead it is small and cute, like a little neighbor girl.

Growing method:Not hard to grow; the main thing is that light must be ample, as insufficient light causes leggy growth. Avoid a stuffy, hot environment, avoid long-term damp potting soil, and avoid water collecting in the leaf centers.

5. The most precious succulent

The neon light Haworthia cooperi has dark green leaves as dazzling as gemstones, but it is extremely difficult to grow: it can't be exposed to sun or it will scorch, and it can't be kept in shade or it will grow leggy.

Growing method:It's best to keep it on a windowsill in indirect light; never expose it to direct sunlight, and don't pour water on the leaves, as they scorch easily.

6. The strangest succulent

Why is Crassula 'Buddha's Temple' considered strange? Because its leaves are four-pointed stars, stacked layer upon layer, a bit like ancient pagodas. The first time I saw one, I always thought it looked like potato chips.

Growing method:Crassula 'Buddha's Temple' actually grows in spring and autumn, and doesn't need much water or sunlight; it can be grown in partial shade, watered about 4 times a month, as long as the roots don't get too dry.