How To Plant Succulents in Containers
Easy-to-plant succulents survive both drought and heat; they practically take care of themselves!
You won’t fInd any plants better adapted for growing in pots than succulents. Mostly native to arid regions, succulents store water in their fleshy leaves, stems, and roots, enabling them to resist drought. This means they don’t need to be fussed over with frequent watering, so you can go ahead and enjoy a weeklong summer vacation without giving them a second thought.
Fill a wide, shallow dish three-quarters full with potting mix; cover the top with gravel.
Blend them thoroughly, and then moisten with water.
Remove plants from their nursery containers, and plant the largest one on one side of the pot. Surround it with the other plants, clustering similar shapes together.
Sprinkle dark-colored aquarium gravel around each plant so the soil is covered.