Growing Succulents Vertically: Making A Vertical Succulent Planter

You don’t need climbing plants to get started with growing succulents vertically. Although there are some succulents that can be trained to grow upward, there are many more that can be grown in a vertical arrangement. Vertical Succulent Planters Many vertical succulent gardens are grown in a simple wooden box, with a depth of about two inches (5 cm.). The optimum size of the box should be no bigger than 18 inches x 24 inches (46 x 61 cm.). Bigger sizes tend to get out of hand, loosing soil or even plants when hanging on a wall. Since succulents normally have a shallow root system, they can become established in just an inch (2.5 cm.) or so of soil. Use rooting hormone or even a sprinkle of cinnamon to encourage root growth. Wait a couple weeks before watering. To start a vertical garden with cuttings, add a wire screen in […]

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