We often think of succulents as quirky houseplants, but in the right conditions, these beautiful plants can thrive outdoors - ...

Succulents are big this season, and they’re also small. Whether worn as jewelry, planted in a picture frame, stuffed into an old boot or carefully placed in the rock garden, these adaptable plants can ...

Succulents are unique and interesting plants. Have you ever wanted to grow a garden full of them? Many of you grow flowers and vegetables, but if you want to grow something really different, try ...

For many plant aficionados and amateur home gardeners, plant care may be more work than it seems. As such, people often turn to low-maintenance plants such as cacti and succulents in order to decorate ...

This low-maintenance succulent does well with very little attention and is sure to survive the winter if you plant it in your ...

Twenty-something years ago, when I was teaching writing courses at University of Houston-Downtown, a student gave me an end-of-semester gift: a small pot with a mixture of starter plants in it. These ...

Looking to take add some zen to your home? Invest in a plant. A 2015 study in the Journal of Physiological Anthropology found that interacting with indoor plants can reduce stress. And they also serve ...

Adapted to survive in harsh desert conditions, succulents and cacti have a reputation for being among the best indoor houseplants for black thumbs. But that doesn’t mean they’re foolproof; in fact, ...

"Cacti and succulents are smarter than the average plant," says Larry Lee, the horticulturist managing the University of California Botanical Garden's world-class cactus and succulent collection.

Glowing succulents may sound like a dream for plant lovers, but the reality is more complicated. Scientists are experimenting, but the results aren't ready.