2004 is a wonderful occasion to focus on plants discovered by Lewis and Clark. This year Americans will celebrate the bicentennial of the expedition. As you might guess, Lewisia is named for Lewis. This is a gorgeous group of succulents.

The name artichoke cactus aptly describes the appearance of this unusual cactus.

Among the easiest to grow succulents outdoors are the hardy spurges. This genus features both succulents as well as non-succulents, such as the ever popular poinsettia.

Sunscald and fungal problems can occur on cactu and succulents.

In some succulents, the foliage is so reduced in size that it is scale or needle-like.

In this article I highlight some of the very best succulents that provide red color for the landscape.

Succulents are one of the best choices around for creating multi-seasons of interest in the landscape. Succulent lovers avoid some landscaping mistakes taht we often see.

Jade plants and other tender succulents are often seen in homes as house plants. In addition, there are hardy species of succulents that are well suited to outdoor conditions.

Normally, we think of succulents as plants for sunny, dry, well-drained locaitons. However, a few species of Sedum are well-suited to moist, shady spots.

Succulents can have many uses in the landscape. They often assume the role of ground covers. Those with rock gardens have many opportunities to use succulents.