how to: turn a black thumb green

Succulent gardens are practically foolproof and when varieties are mixed for color and texture, that’s a lot of bang for a summer buck.

Requiring very little care once planted, maintenance should fit easily into a busy summer schedule of events.

For advice from their volumes of first-class information, check out the Cactus and Succulent Society of America, CSSA. They’re the second oldest society of cactus and succulent enthusiasts in the world founded in 1929.

From angora bunny ears and tiger jaws to cat & kittens and hens & chicks to choose from, the most difficult task might be editing by name!