Chumasande MatiwaneSucculents are super beloved for their low-maintenance, fuss-free reputation. Companion planting with your succulents may not be popular, but this practice will greatly benefit the healthy growth of your succulents. To ensure your succulents flourish, these are some of the best companion plants.
Yarrow
Just like succulents, yarrow plants can grow in dry climates, making them the perfect companion plants. Blooming in an array of colour, the yarrow thrives in a dry garden. Pairing it with your succulents means there won’t be any nutrient competition between the two. Low maintenance and pollinator magnets, these flat-topped flowers will do well in your succulent garden.
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Kangaroo Paw
Scientifically known as the Anigozanthos, this Australian outback native is a drought-tolerant plant. It fits perfectly in your dry garden because the stems of the plant store water, meaning it requires less watering. It is the ideal companion, as many succulents also store water in their leaves for later use.
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Read more: How often should you water succulents?
Lavender
Is there any garden the lavender does not fit in? With its slender, long grey-green stems with spiky fragrant purple flowers. The lavender works well enough to pair with your succulent plants. Its hardy properties help it adapt to different minor conditions. It will add beauty and delightfulness to your garden.
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African Daisy
Native to South Africa, the plant is a succulent favourite as it is capable of producing over-extended periods in a warm climate. Daisies make ideal companions with succulents because of their limited growth requirements and blooming habits. Typically, African daisies open when the sun is up and close when the sun is gone, but they stop blooming during the hot days. This makes it good to pair with cacti succulent species.
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Since succulents are not demanding plants, their multiple varieties make it easy to add other plants to the mix just to enhance the texture and colours of the garden. You can even have the right annuals, perennials, herbs, and even ornamental grasses next to the succulents, and they will still do well.
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