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Reach for the Ceiling: Indoor Succulents that Grow Tall
Indoor succulents are a houseplant lover’s dream due to their low maintenance requirements and striking aesthetics. One particularly appealing trait of some succulents is their ability to grow exceptionally tall, providing a dynamic element to your indoor greenery. We will delve into the wonderful world of indoor succulents that reach for the ceiling and offer some care tips that will ensure your vertical green buddies grow healthily.
1. African Milk Tree (Euphorbia Trigona)
The African Milk Tree is an elegant indoor succulent known for its rapid growth and impressive height. It can reach up to eight feet tall indoors, making it a grand addition to any room. Its vertical growth is complemented by lush green leaves that line its three-sided stems.
Care Tips: This succulent prefers bright light and infrequent watering. The soil should feel dry before re-watering. An important note is that its sap, while toxic, can cause skin irritation and should be avoided.
2. Peruvian Apple Cactus (Cereus repandus)
This tall pillar-like cactus features ribbed stems, reaching a height of ten feet indoors. During spring and early summer, it blooms at night, producing stunning large, white flowers and round, red fruits.
Care Tips: Grow this cactus in a well-lit spot and water regularly during its growing season in the summer. However, reduce watering during the tree’s dormant winter period.
3. Eve’s Needle (Austrocylindropuntia subulata)
As a cactus/succulent hybrid, Eve’s Needle grows up to six feet-high indoors. Distinguished by its cylindrical, needle-covered branches, it produces a red-orange flower, adding an extra splash of color to your home.
Care Tips: This plant requires well-drained soil and bright light. Like most succulents, it prefers to be infrequently watered, with a longer pause between watering during winter.
4. Organ Pipe Cactus (Stenocereus thurberi)
This north-western Mexican native cactus is massively used for indoor decor thanks to its vertically clustered growth that reaches up to 12 feet high. It’s characterized by multiple column-like stems that grow upward, resembling organ pipes.
Care Tips: It thrives best in a well-draining soil, under a full light area. It only needs to be watered thoroughly once the soil has completely dried out.
5. Lady Finger Cactus (Mammillaria elongata)
Also known as Gold Lace Cactus, this attractive succulent is a cluster form plant with branched stems that grow tall, reaching up to six inches. Bright yellow flowers bloom in a crown around the top of the plant in the spring.
Care Tips: It likes well-draining soil, bright light, and moderate to infrequent watering. Keep it slightly drier in the winter months.
Now, let’s explore how to care and maintain these indoor succulents that grow tall.
1. Optimal Light: Tall indoor succulents prefer a lot of light. Place them near a south-facing window or under full-spectrum grow lights.
2. Watering Schedule: Most succulents follow the “soak and dry” method where you allow the soil to dry out completely between watering.
3. Soil Selection: Succulents prefer well-draining soil to prevent root rot. A typical succulent soil mix contains perlite, coarse sand, and peat moss.
4. Proper Pot: Choose a pot with good drainage. The pot’s size should be proportional to the succulent’s size, i.e., a larger pot for a tall succulent.
5. Pruning and Shaping: Prune your succulent during its active growth period. Regular pruning helps the plant grow tall and prevent it from becoming stringy or stretched out.
In conclusion, with their unique shapes, textures, and sizes, tall indoor succulents make impressive statements in your indoor space. They not only bring elements of architectural greenery into your home but are also easy to take care of.
Remember, the key to succulent care mainly lies in providing lots of light, using the right soil mix, following a proper watering schedule, and regular pruning. Embrace these principles, and these skyscrapers of the plant world are bound to reach for the ceiling and create a standout display in your home.
