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    Gardener's Guide to Succulents: A Handbook of Over 125 Exquisite Varieties of Succulents and Cacti
    Gardener's Guide to Succulents: A Handbook of Over 125 Exquisite Varieties of Succulents and Cacti
    Gardener's Guide to Succulents: A Handbook of Over 125 Exquisite Varieties of Succulents and Cacti
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    Gardener's Guide to Succulents: A Handbook of Over 125 Exquisite Varieties of Succulents and Cacti

    By Misa Matsuyama

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    The Gardener's Guide to Succulents is a stunning visual reference identifying over 125 plants from 40 different genera of succulents and cacti.

    Fleshy, spiny, hairy, flowering--and coming in every imaginable shape, color and size--this plant family has captured the affection of plant enthusiasts all over the world. This book provides a beautiful overview of the diversity that succulents have to offer, presenting a wide variety of popular plants to help you create striking, aesthetically pleasing compositions.

    This succulent guide includes information about:
    • What each variety needs and where it thrives
    • Plant characteristics, with ratings on ease of growth and maintenance requirements
    • Ideas for group plantings and illustrated tips on indoor planting
    • Striking identification photos, rich in color and contrast

    This succulent encyclopedia is a useful resource for everyone--from cacti beginners looking to decorate their living space to serious gardeners hoping to expand their succulent plantings.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTuttle Publishing
    Release dateMar 10, 2020
    ISBN9781462921317
    Gardener's Guide to Succulents: A Handbook of Over 125 Exquisite Varieties of Succulents and Cacti

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      Gardener's Guide to Succulents - Misa Matsuyama

      PART 1

      The Varieties of Succulent Plants

      In this section, I will introduce the species’ main characteristics—how they look, how they grow, and other aspects—in order to give you a sense of their infinite variety. For example, Sedum plants have plump leaves filled entirely with water, while Haworthia and others have a lens that gleams and which, if seen from the right angle, is truly beautiful. And the Lithops have a skin that they shed.

      The world of succulents is vast, mysterious and fascinating. This is the world I hope to share with you. I hope you enjoy the adventure.

      Plump leaves

      In order to protect themselves from dehydration, succulents have thick and plump leaves that are full of water. The ability to retain water is a defining characteristic of succulents and cacti, and leaves such as you see on succulents won’t be found on other types of plant.

      Sedum

      (Stonecrops/Crassulaceae Family)

      Characteristics: Sedum are so named because of the way they spread or creep low to the ground, growing in clumps or clusters. They are popular for rooftop greening, rock gardens, and other places where soil may be shallow. The leaves come in many colors and shapes as well.

      Cultivation: Sedum grow fast. They can be kept neat by regular trimming. It is important to keep them in a sunny area, as they really love sunlight. Being strong to cold weather, they can be grown outdoors all year round. If grown indoors, they might not receive enough sunlight, making them more difficult to sustain and grow cleanly.

      Area of origin: Tropic, subtropic, temperate areas

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      Sedum dasyphyllum (Corsican stonecrop)

      This variety is made of small clumps of blue, fuzzy leaves. Its flowers are charming white florets. It can grow into a beautiful carpet or cascade. Be sure to ensure good ventilation, as this plant can rot easily in the summer months. In the fall the leaves change to a beautiful purple. It is easy to breed and it can easily grow outside of summer.

      Sedum hernandezii

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      The leaves are deep green in color, with brown, fuzzy stems. Its growth is very slow. Since it easily gets sunburned, avoid strong sunlight in midsummer.

      Sedum hernandezii

      Sedum spathulifolium (Broadleaf stonecrop)

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      Stems and leaves are covered in a white powder. It grows small, pretty rose-shaped leaf clusters. It’s extremely weak to rotting during summer and requires care. As the plant ages, the distance between the leaves also increases.

      Sedum pachyphyllum

      Sedum pachyphyllum

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      Called Maiden’s heart (or also Maiden’s mind or Maiden’s feelings) in Japanese because the tip of the leaves blush during the fall. It’s prone to rotting during summer, so make sure it’s placed in a very ventilated spot.

      Sedum spathulifolium

      Sedum ‘Rotty’

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      This is a hybrid species, popular for its flowers. In the fall, only the edges turn red. The lower leaves wither and fall, growing back like pup plants.

      Sedum ‘Rotty’

      Sedum rubrotinctum f. variegata

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      This plant paints itself a beautiful pink color in the fall and has variegated rainbow spots. If it doesn’t receive sufficient sunlight, the pink color will be pale or dull. The color is also affected by the amount of water the plant absorbs; for best results, give only a moderate amount of water.

      Sedum rubrotinctum f. variegata

      Sedum rubrotinctum

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      Without a doubt this is one of the most representative species of succulents. It has plump red leaves that have earned it the nickname Jellybean plant. It’s green in summer and a strong red in the fall. It grows best if placed in well-lit spaces and given moderate amounts of water. Being strong to both hot and cold weather, it can be grown outdoors all year long. Its bright red color can help accentuate any other plant.

      Sedum rubrotinctum

      Sedum makinoi f. variegata

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      With wonderful round leaves, this is a beautiful variegated perennial plant. It grows gradually. It’s a popular choice for greening rooftops. If placed under strong sunlight outdoors, it could extend and overgrow.

      Sedum makinoi f. variegata

      Sedum dendroideum (Tree stonecrop)

      Ventilation

      Light shortage

      Growth rate

      This species grows very large and tree-like in shape. In the fall it becomes plump, and the whole stem turns yellow while the leaves turn pink. The lower leaves fall, and only upper leaves that can reach sunlight remain. If planted in a grouping it makes a strong specimen plant.

      Sedum dendroideum

      Pachyphytum

      (Stonecrops/Crassulaceae Family)

      Characteristics: It has thick, plump leaves. Its growth is very slow, but if it is kept in good sunlight, it’s very beautiful once it’s

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