How much sun exposure do succulents need?

How much sun exposure do succulents need? It depends on the climate, locale, and type of plant. Along the coast of California, from the Bay Area south, most succulents are fine out in the open year-round. Inland, it's a different story; most succulents will need some sun protection in summer especially in the afternoon. But often all that is needed is the right microclimate, such as a lacy tree canopy. Incidentally, even in their native habitats, young cacti won't tolerate open exposure. They grow in the shade of nurse plants until they're large enough to handle the rigors of the desert.

What's the ideal light for succulents, indoors or out?

Actively growing succulents do best with full spectrum light that is bright and diffused—beneath shade cloth outdoors or (if in a greenhouse) translucent white plastic. (Optimal light is when shadows are fuzzy, not sharp.) Dormant succulents don’t need a full spectrum light source (fluorescent is fine if you’re overwintering them indoors).

How much water is ideal?

Aim to keep soil about as moist as a wrung-out sponge. About once a week should do it. Water thoroughly to soak the roots and flush salts. For succulents in containers, that means until water drips out the bottom of the pot. Water more during hot, dry spells and less or not at all during periods of high humidity, cool temperatures and rain. Also, the fatter the succulent or the fleshier its leaves, the more water it stores in its tissues and the less water it needs (and will tolerate). Cacti in general are less tolerant of overwatering than smooth-leaved succulents.

How much water is ideal?

Aim to keep soil about as moist as a wrung-out sponge. About once a week should do it. Water thoroughly to soak the roots and flush salts. For succulents in containers, that means until water drips out the bottom of the pot. Water more during hot, dry spells and less or not at all during periods of high humidity, cool temperatures and rain. Also, the fatter the succulent or the fleshier its leaves, the more water it stores in its tissues and the less water it needs (and will tolerate). Cacti in general are less tolerant of overwatering than smooth-leaved succulents.

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Crassula 'Variegated Money Maker' in 2" or 4" pot

Name: Crassula 'Variegated Money Maker' in 2" or 4" pot
Brand: MySucculentCorner
SKU: 1798952368
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***INFORMATION***
Crassula f. variegata 'Variegated Money Maker' is a beautiful, stemmed succulent with lime green leaves accented by creamy variegation along the edges. In bright sunlight, its foliage can darken to a bronzy red hue. The plant is covered in fine hairs, giving it a frosty, textured appearance.

While soft succulents like this one cannot survive hard frost, they can be brought indoors to thrive on a sunny windowsill or under a grow light when temperatures drop. To keep them healthy, they need plenty of sunlight, excellent drainage, and infrequent watering to avoid rot. Be sure to use containers with drainage holes and well-draining cactus or succulent soil that contains 50% to 70% mineral grit (such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite). Water thoroughly until the excess drains, then allow the soil to dry completely before the next watering.

***WHAT IS INCLUDED***
One live 2 or 4" potted Crassula swaziensis f. variegata 'Variegated Money Maker' in a shipping box with filler

How to Care for Your Plant:

Soil: Use a fast-draining soil mix primarily composed of peat moss and/or a succulent and cactus mix, supplemented with plenty of perlite.

Light: Place your plant in bright, indirect light indoors or in shaded areas outdoors, avoiding prolonged direct sunlight.

Watering: Water infrequently—no more than once a week, depending on your local climate. Ensure the soil appears and feels dry before watering again.

Potting: If kept indoors, use a well-draining terracotta pot to promote healthy root growth.

Fertilizing: Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a suitable houseplant food.

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