These ten attractive hanging succulent varieties have a trailing habit and they will look fantastic draped from hanging planters, tall shelves, or window ledges. They can also add contrast in a container garden with other succulents that have an upward growth habit.
Light: Bright, direct sunlightWater: Allow soil to dry out between waterings; water once the ‘pearls’ have a puckered appearance
Light: Bright, indirect lightWater: Water once the soil is dry
Light: Direct sunWater: Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between waterings
Light: Direct sunWater: Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between waterings
Light: Direct sunWater: Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between waterings
Light: Direct sunWater: Water when the ‘beads’ have a puckered appearance
Compared with most cactus varieties this species is fast-growing and its stems can grow as much as one foot per year in length. Keep the rat tail cactus in a safe, out-of-reach spot because its spiky flesh can easily injure curious pets or children.
Light: Full sunWater: Keep watered during the growing season; keep dry when inactive
Light: Bright indirect light to medium filtered lightWater: Let potting medium become somewhat dry between waterings; avoid waterlogging
Light: Bright, indirect lightWater: Water when the soil is dry; overwatering can cause root rot
Light: Medium-light to direct sunWater: Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between waterings
