Tip on succulents: If you plan to grow your succulents outdoors, be aware that only a few varieties can withstand below-freezing conditions. And although most succulents like sun and heat, some desert environments can be too extreme. “There are exceptions,” says Tom Jesch of @waterwisebotanicals “Sedums and sempervivums (alpine species) can tolerate below-zero cold. And succulents such as agaves, some aloes, and most cacti can tolerate high desert heat conditions.” For mild climates, there are a number of reliable succulents that can tolerate outdoor conditions year-round. Jesch recommends planting hens and chicks Echeveria ‘Sahara’, Agave ‘Moonshine’, Crassula ‘Ripple Jade’ and Crassula ‘Hobbit Jade’, many types of Elephant’s Food (Portulacaria afra), and Aeonium ‘Plum Petals’. Pictured: Sempervivum planted densely in a repurposed tree stump. .
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