25+ Succulent Garden Ideas That Will Make Your Garden Stand Out (2024)

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Here’s a list of the best succulent garden ideas for people just starting. We've got something for everyone. Keep reading for more information!

succulent garden ideas for small spaces

1. Palette Succulent Garden

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A succulent garden doesn't have to be just one type of plant. You can add variety to your garden by using a palette of plants.

In a succulent garden, you use different colors of succulents to create a beautiful display.

You can use plants in pots or a string of pearls planter. Be sure to check out this blog post for more information on creating a Succulent Garden With A Palette Of Plants.

2. Miniature Succulent Garden

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A Miniature Succulent Garden is a great way to enjoy succulents if you don't have a lot of space.

You can plant small varieties of Echeveria and Sedums in pots or hanging planters and add a few miniature cacti and some rocks for decoration. This will give you a mini rock garden that's perfect for any flat surface!

3. Vertical Garden in a Box

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This vertical garden is easy to set up and doesn't take too much space. Just plant succulents and air plants in pots, or hang them from the posts of your porch!

4. Succulent Fountain

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Adding a succulent fountain to your garden is a great way to add life to it. Not only are they beautiful, but they're also easy to take care of. This particular Succulent Fountain is made of concrete, durable, and will last for years.

Landscaping With Succulents And Rocks

5. Succulent Rock Garden With A Desert Feel

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Many people think of traditional plants like flowers and trees when landscaping. However, many other options can create an exciting and unique look for your yard. One option is to use succulents and rocks to create a desert feel.

6. Potted Micro Gardens

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The Potted Micro Gardens is a great way to have a little bit of nature in an urban setting.

The succulents and mini cactus are low-maintenance plants that don't need a lot of sunlight or water, so they're perfect for people who don't have a lot of time to take care of plants.

7. Vibrant Succulent Garden

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This garden is home to various succulent plants, which thrive in bright but indirect sunlight.

Succulents do best in sandy soils that drain easily; adding rocks and pebbles to your soil can greatly enhance the aesthetic appeal of your succulent plants.

For more tips on how to care for your succulent plants, check out this blog post on Secret Hacks For Colorful Succulents.

8. Spilling Succulents Creek Bed

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Succulent Creek Bed is perfect for adding some life to a bare corner in your garden or patio. It's easy to put together, and all you need is a few succulent rosettes, some river rocks and pebbles, and some seashells.

9. Water Flow Succulent Garden Ideas

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A water flow succulent garden is a beautiful way to bring the outdoors inside. You can create a natural-looking waterfall with big rocks and stones and then plant succulents around it.

The succulents will look like they're flowing down the rocks, just like water would. This Water Flow Succulent Garden is an excellent idea for anyone who wants to bring a little bit of nature into their home.

Outdoor succulent garden ideas

10. Succulents In A DIY Hanging Pot

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Succulents are a great way to add some green to your home, and they're especially perfect for indoor gardens. This easy DIY hanging succulent pot is a great way to show off your plants and add a touch of nature to your décor.

11. A Hen & Chick lawn

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A Hen & Chick Lawn is a great way to have a low-maintenance garden. The plants are hardy and can survive in various climates, so they're a good choice for anyone who lives in a temperate area.

The best part is that you don't have to mow or water since the plants will take care of themselves.

12.Wheelbarrow Planter

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Wheelbarrow Planters are a great way to add a little bit of greenery to your surroundings, and they're easy to make!

You can use an old wheelbarrow that you no longer need, or you can find one at a garage sale or flea market. Just be sure to clean it well before you start planting.

13. Tree Stump Garden

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If you're looking for a way to add a touch of nature to your garden, consider using an old tree stump as a planter.

This project is easy to do and doesn't require special skills or tools. Be sure to check out our blog post for more tree stump ideas that will inspire you!

14. Artistic Succulent Garden

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Credit: Chris Hansen

This Beautiful Gecko Succulent Garden is the perfect way to add creativity and art to your front entrance or garden space.

The gecko made from succulents is creative and adds a unique touch to the garden.

Plus, succulents are easy to care for, so this garden is low-maintenance and perfect for anyone who wants a little bit of art in their life.

15. Hanging Gardens

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The Hanging Succulent Garden is a great way to add life and color to any garden.

The succulents are easy to care for, and they come in a variety of colors so that you can find the perfect one for you.

This is a fantastic concept for a corner garden. It will help to brighten up your outside space!

16. Stone Pathway Succulent Garden

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Stone Pathway Succulent Garden is a great way to reuse old concrete cinder blocks.

By putting the blocks several rates deep, including soil, and locating your cactus or succulent on a one cinder block hole basis, you can create a beautiful succulent garden.

17. Wayside Garden

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Wayside Garden is a truly creative way to put aside borders to good use. There is no watering needed by using succulents, but a ground cover of smooth stones or coral rock will do fine.

The garden is pleasing to the sight and a practical way to use up space along with a garden or house wall. Your taste in size and colors dictates your selection of various plants.

This design lends itself to either a multi-colored approach or a single color scheme design.

18. Creative Garden Statue

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The Succulent Woman Statue is a beautiful addition to any garden. She is made from succulents, which are known for their drought tolerance. This statue is sure to add some color and life to any garden.

19. Cinder Block Garden

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By using old concrete cinder blocks, you can create a beautiful succulent garden that will be the talk of the town.

Not only is this a great way to add color to your backyard, but it's also a great way to show off your green thumb. So get started on your Cinder Block Garden today!

20. Rosebuds In The Desert

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Rosetta Succulents are unique in their growing habits and provide a beautiful contrast to the upright vertical plants around them.

They can be easily trained to grow in a swirling pattern around the plants they are surrounded by and provide an eye-catching addition to any garden.

With their wide variety of colors and shadings, you can use them to create a stunning effect in any garden arrangement.

21. Sea Of Glass

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Sea of Glass Garden is a beautiful and unique way to add interest to your backyard. The arrangement of large rocks and glass containers is eye-catching and inviting.

You can easily add more glass containers if you want, or you can change the color of the stones to create a different look.

The plants you choose for this space don't have to be cacti or succulents; any plant in the right family will do. With a little bit of creativity, you can create a beautiful and unique Sea of Glass in your backyard.

22. Beauty In White

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White Beauty Succulent Garden is a beautiful addition to any home. The white stones and succulents are perfect, and the garden is easy to implement and maintain. The succulents can be grown indoors with plenty of air, light, and water.

If you're into rocks, make sure to check our 21 Creative Rock Garden Ideas to beautify your outdoor space.

23. Old Rustic Chair Planter

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If you have an old chair that's just taking up space, don't throw it away! Recycle it into a beautiful succulent garden like the one shown above.

This Old Rustic Chair Planter is a really easy project that anyone can do, and it's a great way to add some life to your patio or garden.

24. Pot With Decorative Gravel And Succulents

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A Pot With Decorative Gravel And Succulents is a great way to add some life to your garden or porch.

You can choose a large pot and grow a tall succulent in it, then grow small succulents around the plant and embellish it with decorative gravel.

This will add some color and life to your space, and it will also be very easy to maintain.

25. Succulent Wreath

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The Succulent Wreath is perfect for anyone who wants to add a succulent garden but doesn't have a lot of space.

The succulents can be attached to a floral or chicken wire wreath form, and as they grow, the wreath will become fuller and lusher.

26. Modern Succulent Garden

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This Modern Succulent Garden is a beautiful addition to any home. Its small size makes it perfect for minimalists, and its green and white colors are very striking.

The succulents are also very easy to care for, making them the ideal plant for anyone who doesn't have a lot of time or experience with gardening.

Conclusion

If you're looking for a way to add some life to your garden or patio, succulent gardens are the perfect solution.

Not only do they look beautiful, but they're also very easy to care for. You can choose from different succulent gardens, each unique look, and feel.

So why not add one of these stunning gardens to your home today?

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25+ Succulent Garden Ideas That Will Make Your Garden Stand Out (2024)

FAQs

How do you make a good succulent garden? ›

Planting Succulents: 8 Tips for Growing Succulents in Your Garden
  1. Protect succulents from extreme temperatures. ...
  2. Don't give them too much sun. ...
  3. Succulents (even cacti) like water. ...
  4. Give them the right mix of soil and sand. ...
  5. Don't backfill after planting. ...
  6. Put them in pots. ...
  7. Don't be afraid to prune. ...
  8. Keep them well-fed.

What are the best combinations for succulents? ›

Pair blue-green succulents with purple ones to get a cold-toned arrangement, or pair yellow, orange, red, and yellow-green for a warm-toned arrangement. Variegated types of succulents or succulents with some kind of markings give an extra interest and are highly welcomed in succulent arrangements.

What makes a good succulent planter? ›

Circular clay containers create the perfect home for sedums and echeverias. The porous clay pot allows the plant's roots and soil to dry out quickly—this is key because succulents need well-drained soil to thrive.

How deep should a succulent garden be? ›

If you are looking at shallow or deep pots, always choose the shallow pot. The depth of the pot should be 10% bigger than the plant. How about we use real life examples to clarify: You have a 2 inch succulent - Grab a 2.5 (best option) to 4 inch pot (absolute maximum size) for best results.

Where is the best place to plant succulents outside? ›

Succulents do best in a sunny spot in very well-drained soil. Their fleshy leaves are designed to store water, so they're able to cope with periods of drought. Most prefer a very slightly acidic soil. Succulents will struggle to grow in poorly drained, heavy soils.

How do you group succulents together? ›

Besides the nature of the succulents, it is also essential to consider the height and the color to put them in harmony. Your arrangement should have the thriller, filler, and spiller. Use tall succulents for the thriller, making the entire appearance outstanding. Use shorter succulents as the filler around them.

How do you keep succulents upright? ›

First, try to introduce more light into its daily routine. This will prevent your succulent from stretching further. The best way to do this is to try and "recorrect" the growth is to prune your plants. You'll want to take a sharp pair of shears and cut right above a set of leaves.

What is the fastest way to multiply succulents? ›

Propagation Basics
  1. The Best Time to Propagate.
  2. The Best Succulents to Propagate.
  3. Step 1: Pull a Leaf From a Healthy Plant.
  4. Step 2: Allow the Leaf to Callous.
  5. Step 3: Apply Rooting Hormone (optional)
  6. Step 4: Introduce the Leaf to Soil.
  7. Step 5: Pot the Plantlet.
  8. Step 1: Cut the Stem From a Healthy Plant.
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How many succulents should you plant together? ›

If you want to give your succulents space, I recommend planting them about 1/2" to 1" apart (13 mm to 25 mm), whether you're planting them with other succulents, or in a pot. Then give them about 1/2″ to 1" from the edge of the pot as well.

What flowers can you mix with succulents? ›

10 Best Companion Plants for Succulent Gardens
  • Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii) ...
  • Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Bar' ...
  • Santolina virens 'Lemon Fizz' ...
  • Sinningia 'Invasion Force' ...
  • Hummingbird Plant (Dicliptera suberecta) ...
  • Jessamine (Cestrum sp.) ...
  • Manzanita (Arctostaphylos sp.)
  • Mountain Pepper (Drimys lanceolata)

Should you put rocks in succulent planter? ›

What's more important, topdressing can make your plant daily care much easier. For plants that are susceptible to root rot and fungal issues, a chunky top dressing like pebbles or gravel would be helpful to avoid having water sit against the lower leaves.

Do succulents like to be crowded? ›

Overcrowding is one of the best ways to encourage mold and insect infestations. The second issue is that, although succulents do very well getting by on slim pickings, they still need food and water. Too much competition means they'll probably miss out.

Do you put rocks in the bottom of a planter for succulents? ›

Your succulents will benefit from a layer of pebbles or pea gravel spread on the soil around the plant. This is also very decorative. Soil: Succulents need good draining soil.

Do succulents need soil or just rocks? ›

They require a well-draining environment, which rocks can provide. However, they still need nutrients typically found in soil, so a soil-less medium like a special succulent or cactus mix is often used in combination with rocks.

Do succulents do better in soil or rocks? ›

Ideally, a succulent or cactus would be planted in well-draining or sandy soil and then topped off with small rocks. Even though succulents can't grow in rocks alone, there are several ways to make it look like you're growing them in rock. You can also do this if you are planting them in an outdoor area of your yard.

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