Pro tip: don't buy those cheap 'assorted succulent' packs online

I lost about $40 on a box of 10 that all arrived with root rot (the soil was soaking wet). What's a good place to get healthy cuttings that won't just die in a week?

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richard5813mo ago

Local plant swaps or garden centers are way more reliable for healthy succulents. You can actually check the roots and soil before buying anything. That's how I finally got some that didn't just fall apart.

harperwright3mo ago

Local sellers often have plants that are already used to your area's weather. They've been growing outside in similar conditions, not in a perfect greenhouse. That built up toughness makes a huge difference when you bring them home. Big box stores ship plants from far away, so they get shocked by the change. A local plant has already survived your summers and winters. That head start is worth the extra trip.

the_elizabeth2mo ago

Wait, you actually check the roots before buying succulents, @richard581? I never thought to do that. Just grab whatever looks alive and hope for the best.