Succulents, agave, aloe, and the plants that thrive on neglect
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- Aloe Vera PlantRead article →How to Protect Aloe Vera Plant from Deer
To protect an aloe vera plant from deer, the good news is that aloe already has two things working in its favor: deer generally leave it alone, and the plant's own toughness makes
- Agave PlantRead article →How to Protect Agave Plant from Birds
How to protect agave plant from birds comes down to timing and physical barriers: birds go after agave mainly when the plant is blooming or when its rosette is holding water, so th
- SucculentsRead article →How to Design a Low-Maintenance Succulent Garden
How to design a low-maintenance succulent garden comes down to getting three things right before you plant anything: gritty fast-draining soil, a spot with enough sun, and a soak-a