Unique, colorful, and often very easy to care for, succulents and cacti can be incredibly rewarding plants to grow both indoors and outdoors in our region. Yet many experienced gardeners and houseplant enthusiasts have never tried to grow them!
Join Extension Master Gardener Benton Murphy as he shares tips and tricks on growing amazing and exotic cacti and succulents. During the session you will learn about what makes cacti and succulents unique, suggestions on care, pests and disease, propagation, and an overview of commonly encountered cacti and succulents.
Zoom session, recorded October 20, 2023
Video of Presentation
Chapter Breaks
- 0:00:00 Introduction & Overview
- 0:02:15 Terms & Definitions
- 0:10:33 Overview of Major Species Groups
- 0:21:42 Q & A
- 0:22:40 Plant Selection & Care
- 0:28:15 Propagation
- 0:34:04 Outdoor Succulents in Northern VA (native & non-native)
- 0:37:33 Indoor Succulent Care
- 0:53:23 Q & A
- 0:58:38 Common Issues: Pests, Diseases, & Treatments
- 1:08:17 FAQs
Recommended Online Resources
Succulents & Cacti 101 – pdf