Terrariums

SUCCULENTS

Succulents are great survivors, some more than others...

Here is my list of the top succulents to use in terrariums.

TALL: 

Donkey Ears

Kalanchoe

MEDIUM HEIGHT: 

Hens and Chicks 

Echeveria 

Minature Aloe 

 
LOW GROWING / TRAILING:

 Sedum Dasyphyllum  

Burros Tail 

String of Pearl 

note:

I generally avoid the succulents with thorns... aka "cactus" just because I don't want to get pricked.  But if you are braver than I...go for it!

tips: 

• As well as survival you will want a variety of height... typically per terrarium I choose maybe one tall plant a few medium sized plants and then a few low growing plants. 
  
• Succulents are also very easy to propogate... So, when you are putting together your terrarium cut off a few pieces and plant them in a different pot for the future.  
  
• A commercial greenhouse will have a better selection, however if you buy your succulents at a Lowes or Home Depot you can save a bunch of money and sometimes you can buy a flat of your favorites!  
  

• Be sure to mix in some bright pops of color with the greenery.
• Before you begin consider your theme 
• Succulents are great for desert themed terrariums.