8 Beautiful Succulents for Fall and Winter Color
12.09.2024 - 10:41
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Succulents are unique, low-maintenance plants that can grow in the harshest of conditions. But along with these structural characteristics, do they also catch the eye with intriguing colors? Yes! There are Succulents for Fall and Winter Colors that display their artistic touch even in the second half of the year!
Botanical Name: Aloe ‘Christmas Carol’
Having colorful leaves is one thing, but having both colorful leaves and flowers, especially during the fall and winter seasons, is a deal that no plant lover can refuse!
The Christmas carol is a class apart from other aloes as it does not have the same light green color. In fact, it has fleshy, narrow, thick leaves that are dark green to magenta, but their bright red edges are the most artistic feature.
The plant also produces reddish-pink to orange flowers that grow on a tall spike from late fall to early winter!
A south-facing window sill will be the best location for this plant in your home. It also requires a regular succulent potting mix like any other aloe.
Botanical Name: Othonna capensis
Also known as the ruby necklace, the String of Rubies has trailing tender stems that are ruby-red. The stems bear fleshy bean-like leaves with a color-changing trait.
They turn magenta or purple when exposed to slightly stressful conditions like full bright sun or cool temperatures.
The color of its foliage persists throughout the year, and along with that, it also produces pretty, yellow daisy-like flowers by early fall. It can be a perfect addition for your hanging baskets!
Botanical Name: Euphorbia tirucalli
The pencil cactus is also called “Sticks on Fire” as it has multiple finger-like branches that are originally green but, when exposed to full sun for extended periods of time, turn