Throw succulents in the soil and they grow like crazy, bursting out of the pot in no time

In the succulent world there are quite a few succulents with a natural talent for filling out a pot, such as the ones below. Throw them in the soil and they will burst out in no time, and even a tank would not be big enough to hold them!

Filling out a pot is surely the ultimate dream of many succulent lovers. The so-called filling out a pot means that a succulent grown in a pot fills the whole pot, as if it is about to burst the pot open, and it is more beautiful than words can say. Want your own succulents to reach this state too? It is very simple: plant the succulents below and they will fill out the pot in no time, and even a tank would not be big enough to hold them.

Sedum hispanicum minus (tiny blue-green stonecrop)

This succulent is fairly niche, but it fills out a pot very easily. Up close it looks a little like a string of pearls, with small and delicate leaves, and once it fills out a pot it is also beautiful and imposing. Whether placed on a balcony or in a living room, it is a feast for the eyes. Many people like to use it as a rooftop potted plant; it grows very densely, and especially after filling out a pot it is like a natural barrier for the house, fresh and lovely.

It is also very simple to grow: hardy and afraid of heat, it likes light, and in an environment with sufficient light it can grow quickly. It is suitable for outdoor growing; increase ventilation, and when watering you can give a bit more, since this succulent likes water quite a lot anyway. You can fertilize appropriately; in winter it is best to move it indoors for care, and the temperature should not be lower than 5°C.

Graptopetalum mendozae (Ji Qiuli)

Graptopetalum mendozae has a very high survival rate when propagated by leaf cuttings. Pick off some leaves and place them in a pot, wait for the propagation to succeed, and filling out a pot is no longer difficult. Moreover, this succulent is very beautiful in appearance, with a charming form, and it shows different colors in different seasons, so growing it at home makes you prouder than words can say.

For Graptopetalum mendozae, the more sufficient the sunlight and the greater the temperature difference between day and night, the more vivid and beautiful its colors become. By all means avoid overwatering, otherwise it rots very easily. It is suitable for cultivation in sandy soil with good drainage and aeration.

Sedum pachyphyllum (Jelly Beans)

Sedum pachyphyllum generally exists as a pot-covering grass. This succulent really fills out a pot very easily, and it also shows its colors easily. The color of Sedum pachyphyllum is related to its light intensity: with weak light it is emerald green, and with strong light it is pink. Under the sunlight it is very fresh and beautiful, like an ancient beauty who wears no makeup yet is beautiful enough to overthrow a city.

This succulent has decent drought tolerance and does not need much water, so be sure to water it sparingly, otherwise it easily leads to the nasty result of rotting. The soil is best kept loose to facilitate drainage.

Orostachys boehmeri (Chinese dunce cap)

Orostachys boehmeri also fills out a pot very simply, and this succulent has strong adaptability; it not only has high ornamental value but also grows very quickly.

During care, take care to maintain sufficient light, especially in spring and autumn when it is in its growing season; in summer shade it appropriately, reduce the amount of watering, and do not water until it is dry.

Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum is a very beautiful succulent; when there is sufficient sunlight it shows its colors, like little red pearls, with brilliant colors, and it is easy to grow and fills out a pot very easily.

Sedum rubrotinctum is native to Mexico. It likes a warm environment with sufficient sunlight, has fairly strong cold tolerance, adapts well, and is not strict about soil.

Echeveria 'Little Wild Rose'

Echeveria 'Little Wild Rose' also fills out a pot very easily; after being cared for a while it grows many side shoots. When water is controlled it tends to show its colors.

Echeveria 'Little Wild Rose' likes warmth, is not cold-tolerant, adapts fairly well, and likes an environment with sufficient light. Note that the leaves of Echeveria 'Little Wild Rose' must not get wet, otherwise they will rot, so be especially careful when watering.

Sedum stahlii (Purple Rice Grains)

Sedum stahlii also fills out a pot very easily, and it even blooms rose-colored flowers. The full-pot state plus the brilliant flowers is truly a beautiful sight.

The growth of Sedum stahlii cannot do without sufficient light; when the sunlight is sufficient it tends to show its colors. In summer increase ventilation and avoid an environment that is too stuffy and hot. Do not water too much; with careful care you will discover what a big surprise this succulent brings you.

Senecio rowleyanus (String of Pearls)

Senecio rowleyanus stays evergreen in all four seasons, and it is very easy to care for; making it fill out a pot is a simple matter. Hang it up at home, and each round leaf is like a string of jade bracelets, extremely romantic.

The habit of Senecio rowleyanus is that it likes coolness and fears heat; keep this in mind and you can grow it well. In summer pay more attention, and remember to place it somewhere with good ventilation and decent light but no direct sunlight. Except for summer, in the other seasons you can let it get as much sun as possible. Keep the soil as moist as possible.

Crassula perforata (String of Buttons)

Crassula perforata is a succulent variety with a very peculiar shape, growing much like strings of ancient coins. It is simple and easy to keep alive, easily enters the full-pot state, and looks exquisite and cute, so it is very popular.

Crassula perforata tolerates shade and dryness, likes a dry environment with sufficient sunlight, and fears stuffy heat and humidity most of all; in summer pay attention to ventilation. In winter it is best that the indoor temperature is not lower than 5°C, and restrict watering.

Graptoveria 'Titubans' (Trier Gem)

It is relatively small in size, grows very quickly, and very easily develops into a clustered state; its propagation methods are also quite varied. When there is sufficient light the whole plant turns red.

Graptoveria 'Titubans' has strong cold tolerance; it is fine even when the winter temperature is below 0°C. In summer take care to place it in a ventilated, cool spot for care, maintain sufficient light, and do not water too much.

Sedum japonicum 'Tokyo Sun' (Golden Moss Stonecrop)

Sedum japonicum 'Tokyo Sun' is also one of the succulents that most easily fills out a pot. It has strong adaptability to the environment, and its leaves are bright in color; when there is sufficient light it tends to show its colors, and the leaves turn yellow.

It loves a growing environment with sufficient sunlight, and its ability to tolerate high temperatures is also very strong, so in summer there is absolutely no need to shade it. In winter take care that the indoor temperature is not lower than 5°C.

Graptopetalum paraguayense (Ghost Plant)

Graptopetalum paraguayense is fairly suitable for beginners to care for. This succulent has strong adaptability to the environment; even if you throw it into a little out-of-the-way corner, it will still grow quite well. Making this succulent fill out a pot is also a very easy matter.

Graptopetalum paraguayense prefers a warm, humid environment with sufficient sunlight. In summer avoid exposure to the blazing sun and shade it appropriately. It is not demanding about soil; sandy soil with good drainage is enough.