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How To Grow Cactus And Succulent Plants

Learn how to grow and propagate cactus and other types of succulent plants in this free gardening video with tips from an expert.

Series Summary

Succulent plants, or fat plants, are a water-retaining family of plants which store water in their leaves, stems or roots. Residing mainly in dry areas where water storage would be most valuable, the succulent family includes cactus plants, aloe plants and other desert dwellers. Most succulent plants also contain waxy, hairy, or spiny outer surfaces, which reduce the amount of water loss to the plant by creating a humid habitat around the surface and reducing the air movement near the surface of the succulent. Their resistance to drought and easy maintenance makes cacti and other succulents popular house plants, and a simple addition to an outdoor garden in dry climates.

In this free video series Nicole Pantaleon, an expert in plant and soil science, will demonstrate how to grow and propagate cactus and succulent plants. She will instruct on the proper way to cut and pot cactus or any other succulent plant. She will also give gardening tips and advice on how much to water your cacti and how much light succulents need to grow happy and healthy. If you're looking for a beautiful and easy addition to your house plants or garden, this video will give you all the information you'll need to get started on your next cactus or succulent plant!

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About the Presenter

Nicole Pantaleon