- Blooming Succulent Species
- Hardy succulents that bloom
- Blooming succulents: Should you cut off the old flower?
- Care for flowering succulents
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Succulents are valued above all for their easy-care and robust nature. But did you know that there are also succulents with flowers? We introduce you to the most beautiful blooming succulents in a wide variety of colors.
Succulents can be found in almost every household and are probably one of the most popular houseplants of all. No wonder, after all, the survivors are considered to be extremely hardy and easy to care for, which is why they are also well suited for beginners. But despite their great popularity, only a fraction of the succulent species are known. When we hear the word "succulents" we often only think of them as classics such as the money tree (Crassula ovata) or the aloe vera (Aloe). There are numerous other species that are perfect as houseplants. Blooming succulents are an enrichment for every household, because they combine an easy-care species with an extremely decorative flower. In the following we will tell you which succulents with flowers are suitable for the house or garden and what you need to consider when caring for them.
Blooming Succulent Species
Succulents in bloom quickly attract everyone's attention and enrich every apartment. The following five flowering succulent species are particularly beautiful as indoor plants:
1. Flaming Katy
When talking about flowering succulents, one must not forget Flaming Katy (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana). The bright red flowers of the succulent turn the houseplant into a real eye-catcher. On the other hand, if you prefer something more subtle, you will also find succulents with other Kalanchoe species such as the Madagascar bell (Kalanchoe miniata) or the brood leaf (Kalanchoe tubiflora). with pink, white or yellow flowers.
Echeveria (Echeveria agavoides) is one of the best-known succulents because it is considered to be extremely robust and long-lived. In fact, few people know that the echeveria is also a succulent that flowers. On flower stalks up to three centimeters longsmall flowers appear from March to June, which are often pink to yellowish-orange-red.
3. Desert Rose
The desert rose (Adenium obesum) is still one of the real insider tips in Germany when it comes to blooming succulents. Especially its caudex, which can often take on bizarre shapes, makes the plant an eye-catcher. However, the succulent only achieves its full beauty when it is in bloom - the strikingly beautiful pink flowers of the succulent are actually reminiscent of wild roses. In addition to the common simple pink flowers, the desert rose also shines in pure white, intense red or dark violet.
4. Christ ThornThe Christ's Thorn (Euphorbia milii) is a popular houseplant because the red, pink or white bracts of the plant are very decorative. The actual flower of the succulent is admittedly a bit inconspicuous with the small yellowish flowers - in combination with the opulent bracts, however, the succulent is beautiful to look at when it is in bloom.
5. Conophytum calculus
Admittedly, Conophytum calculus is an unusual sight with its rounded, gray or light green body. But once the extraordinary succulent blooms, nobody can avoid looking at it. The plant's single, orange-yellow flower opens only at night and has a pleasant aroma reminiscent of carnations - a unique spectacle.
Hardy succulents that bloom
Blooming succulents are not only an enrichment in the house - these five plants prove that blooming succulents can be hardy and therefore also suitable for the garden:
1. Hot Stonecrop
If you are looking for a succulent with yellow flowers, the hot stonecrop (Sedum acre) is the right choice. From June to July, the plant enchants with an abundance of small, bright yellow flowers. The flowering succulent shows its best side in a dry, full sun and is also considered to be extremely hardy, which is why it is often used for rock gardens.
2. Garden YuccaThe garden yucca (Yucca filamentosa) lives up to its name because the flowering succulent is hardy and can therefore be planted in the garden without any problems. From June, the plant shows its flower stalks, which grow up to two meters high, and which bear great white bell-shaped flowers in midsummer. Unfortunately, the succulent often only presents its white flowers two to three timesYears after planting - but it's worth the wait, because there is hardly a succulent that blooms more beautifully.
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Midday flowers (Delosperma) are a real feast for the eyes with their colorful blossoms. Unfortunately, many species are not hardy and therefore not suitable for the garden. If you still don't want to do without the succulent flower, you can fortunately fall back on some hardy varieties. For example, the 'Golden Nugget' or the 'Fire Spinner', which enchant with their orange-pink flowers, have proven themselves.
The houseleek (Sempervivum) is one of the classic succulent plants and can be found in many gardens. With its perennial nature and its decorative leaf rosettes, it is one of the most resilient, but also one of the most decorative plants in the garden. But few people know that succulents also bloom. The mountain houseleek (Sempervivum montanum) is particularly impressive with its striking red flowers. The large-flowered houseleek (Sempervivum grandiflorum) is also very popular as a succulent with yellow or white flowers. The Dolomite houseleek (Sempervivum dolomiticum), on the other hand, is extremely undemanding, but still has exciting red flowers.
5. White Stonecrop
From June to August, the white stonecrop (Sedum album) draws everyone's attention with its flowers. The white blossom of the succulent not only magically attracts the looks of people - bees and butterflies are also attracted to the blooming succulent. But the white sedum is not only decorative - it is also considered to be extremely robust and hardy.
Blooming succulents: Should you cut off the old flower?
Once the succulent has withered, many gardeners wonder if they should cut off the old bloom. This question is not easy to answer: Basically, the old flower cannot be removed from the succulent immediately, as it slowly withdraws all the nutrients and substances from the faded part of the plant that it can reuse. Once the flower stalk has dried up and become brittle, the flowers often fall off on their own or can be carefully cut off with a knife. However, as the flower fades, so does the risk that the flower will begin to rot - if it doeshappens or you don't like the look of the withered parts of the plant, you can also remove them with a sharp, clean knife without damaging the plant.
Care for flowering succulents
For a succulent to bloom, it needs ideal conditions and good care. Fortunately, this is not particularly complicated if you follow a few basic rules. The right substrate is essential for succulents because it forms the basis for their growth. Succulents have special requirements: The substrate should be loose and have good drainage properties, as flowering succulents are also sensitive to waterlogging. In addition, the soil should be adapted to the nutrient requirements of the plants. These requirements are optimally met by special cactus and succulent soil - such as Floragard cactus soil.
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Once the right substrate has been chosen, the succulents actually need little attention despite flowering: in a bright place without high humidity, the plants thrive almost by themselves. The blooming succulents only need to be watered when their substrate is completely dry. Depending on the species, the succulent can be supported with a little cactus and succulent fertilizer about every three weeks during the growth period.
The only feature that distinguishes flowering succulents from those without flowers is their hibernation. While many succulents continue to grow undeterred even without separate overwintering, flowering succulent species are often lazy after a winter in the living room. Therefore, succulents that are in bloom should be moved to a bright room at 12 to 15 °C from November to February. During this time, the plants do not need any additional fertilizer and also need to be watered less often. After their dormant phase, the succulents are often much more willing to bloom.
Not only blooming succulents are eye-catchers - you can find out how to create great decorations with hanging succulents in our article "Hanging succulents as decoration: DIY tip".
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