Cacti & Succulents

Cacti & succulents – more info

Houseplants are the way to garden when you don’t have outdoor space, and cacti and succulents are among the easiest to look after.

Many are grown for their interesting foliage but, with the right conditions, some will also give you flowers.

For tips on growing houseplants, see our expert houseplants advice. There’s also more information in our FAQs below.

Can you grow cacti and succulents outdoors?

Aloe and aeonium can be grown outside on patios or balconies during the summer, but need winter protection – either taking indoors or wrapping with horticultural fleece to protect them from cold, wet weather.

Which cacti or succulents are suitable for a hanging basket?

Trailing plants such as Senecio 'String od Pearls' or our excellent value < ahref="available-now/flowers-plants/nurserymans-choice-succulent_mh7788"> 'Nurseryman's Choice' collection of succulents look fantastic in hanging baskets.

Do cacti or succulents flower?

Many cacti and succulents will flower with the right conditions. The Christmas cactus has colourful flowers that appear at the end of the stems. Lithops have daisy-like white or yellow flowers, Aloe ‘Safari Sunrise’ will produce two-tone flowers all summer, and Echeveria ‘Purple Pearl’ has dainty flowers that are held above the leaves.