Succulents are hugely popular because...
...water shortages and drought impact many regions.
...they're a good lawn alternative.
...they're fire-resistant and fire-retardant.
...they're easy to cultivate and propagate.
...they require minimal maintenance.
...they range in size from tiny-leaved ground covers to tall trees.
...many have geometric shapes.
...they add interest to gardens large and small.
...leaves and stems come in every color.
...they're intriguing year-round.
...most produce long-lasting, vivid flowers.
...new cultivars are being introduced all the time.
...they're more readily available than ever before.
...they're highly collectible.

Most sedums and sempervivums and some agaves and cacti survive temperatures below freezing, but the majority of succulents are frost-tender, and dislike searing sun and prolonged wet conditions. But anyone, anywhere, can grow succulents in containers, which can be sheltered indoors.  

...Which is why I wrote Succulent Container Gardens, the sequel to Designing with Succulents.    

"Your books are timeless. They float near or atop my handy inspiration stack."
                                            -- Rick Brown, owner and grower, Florida Friendly Plants

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 For tips on how to make a succulent container garden, view my YouTube video.