Succulents & Cactus Plants

Succulent describes a plant that stores water in fleshy leaves or stems; cactus refers to a particular plant family. Cacti are succulents, but plants such as Jade and Haworthia are not cacti. Explore our cactus collection or succulent collection to narrow your search. Not every cactus is a desert plant: Holiday Cactus is a forest cactus.

For a bright spot and an upright, branching plant, consider a Jade Plant. For a compact tabletop plant in bright indirect light, compare our Haworthia selection; the assortment is chosen by us, so varieties may differ from the photos. Start with a plant whose light and watering needs fit your routine rather than choosing only by colour or size.

If you want a spiny or column-shaped plant, compare the Cactus collection. For leafy rosettes, branching Jade and trailing choices, explore the Succulent collection. Check the exact light requirements: desert and forest types need different conditions.

No. Many desert cacti benefit from a sunny position, but light needs vary by species. Haworthia can suit bright indirect light, while Holiday Cactus prefers gentler light than desert types. Introduce stronger sun gradually to avoid scorching. A dim shelf is not a good default for this collection; check the individual plant's needs before choosing its position.

For many desert types, let the potting mix dry throughout, then water thoroughly and allow excess to drain. Avoid a fixed weekly schedule or frequent small sips. Forest cacti such as Holiday Cactus need water before the entire pot stays dry for a long period, while Lithops have a specialised seasonal cycle. Identify your plant and follow its specific needs rather than giving every pot the same treatment.

A drainage hole is the most straightforward way to let excess water escape. If you like a decorative pot without a hole, keep the plant in a draining nursery pot inside it and empty collected water after watering. Use a mix suited to the plant; many desert types need a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix. A layer of stones at the bottom does not replace drainage.