succulents to identify

mertin12

last year

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Hello,

I am new to the succulent world. I would be happy if you can help with my questions:

1. I was given a succulent some time ago. I do not know the name of it. Can you identify it?

It is a small, cute plant. Difficult to tell from the picture, but the pot is about 5''x3''.

2. I found this picture online, but there was no name tag. What is this?

3. I like small, cute succulents. However, I am not looking for small cacti plants that I see online often (the ones with thorns or colorful flowers).

Do you have any suggestions? Any online shopping sites I should be aware of?

Thank you

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Tiffany, purpleinopp Z8b Opp, AL
last year
To compare the first one:

https://garden.org/plants/view/74390/Chinese-Stonecrop-Sedum-tetractinum/

To compare the 2nd:

https://garden.org/plants/view/71563/Finger-Jade-Crassula-ovata-Gollum/
mertin12 thanked Tiffany, purpleinopp Z8b Opp, AL
mertin12
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last year
Thank you!
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socks
last year
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Generally speaking, most succulents need a fast-draining cactus/succulent mix, correct size pot with a hole, and plenty of light. All needed to grow properly. They will not do well in regular potting mixes, pots without a hole in them, and low lighting.

A good source for succulents online is Mountain Crest Gardens. Home Depot stores always have a lot. Have fun!
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mertin12
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last year
Thank you socks, very helpful. I ordered my first succulent from mountain crest now.
socks
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Youtube has helpful videos about succulent care, and even Mountain Crest has a few.

PS Another mistake succulent growers make is putting plants in pots too big thinking they will grow big if they have lots of room. This doesn't work.

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