Coming down to earth with succulents


Green little buddies: Knowing how to grow and nurture plants is becoming an increasingly relevant skill, and growing succulents would provide one with the basic skills to begin, says Aik Loon.

SUCCULENTS have long brought splashes of colour into many households all over the world. During the Covid-19 pandemic, these plants spiked in popularity as people explored every avenue to keep themselves occupied at home.

Some of you may own a succulent without you being aware of it. Did you know that plants like the juicy aloe vera, the versatile snake plant and the spiky cactus are considered succulents? Why would I recommend growing these green companions? Here are my top five reasons.

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