1. Hardy Ice Plant (Delosperma cooperi) The hardy ice plant is a flowering succulent groundcover that thrives in sunny, well-drained sites. It can be grown in most parts of the United States (Hardiness Zones 5-10)
2. Stapelia Stapelia plants are known for their unique and often foul-smelling flowers that attract flies for pollination. These succulents produce flowers ranging from tiny to massive in size, with colors that vary from near-black to red to cream.
3. Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera spp.) Christmas cacti, along with their relatives the Easter and Thanksgiving cacti, are classic flowering houseplants that bloom each year around their namesake holidays.
4. Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia spp.) The prickly pear cactus is known for its large, colorful flowers in shades of pink, yellow, or orange. This cactus comes in a wide range of sizes, from 1 to 15 feet tall, and can be found throughout the Americas.
5. Living Stones (Lithops spp.) Living stones, also known as living rocks, are succulents with a unique appearance that resembles stones. Despite their rocky exterior, these plants produce small, charming flowers in white, orange, yellow, or pink.
6. Hoya (Hoya spp.) Hoya is a vining succulent plant that thrives in warm locations with indirect sunlight. During the summer, it can be moved outdoors to a bright, shady spot.
. Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana) Kalanchoe is a popular flowering succulent that requires 6 weeks of 14 hours of darkness daily each winter to initiate flowering.
8. Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) Crown of thorns is a flowering succulent that blooms repeatedly throughout the year. Its red, pink, white, or yellow "flowers" are actually bracts that surround the tiny flowers.
9. Orchid Cactus (Epiphyllum spp.) Orchid cacti, also known as epiphyllums, thrive in hanging baskets in filtered sunlight, mimicking their natural habitat.These plants should be moved indoors in cool climates that dip below 50°F. Orchid cacti produce massive flowers
10. Moss Rose (Portulaca grandiflora) Moss rose is a low-growing, flowering succulent groundcover that thrives in hot, sunny, and dry conditions. While often grown as an annual in Zones 3-9, it is perennial in Zones 10-11.
11. Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) Despite its name, the desert rose is not a true rose but a flowering succulent that thrives in desert regions in Africa and Asia. This plant is commonly grown as a houseplant in sunny locations
12. Agave (Agave spp.) Most agave species flower only once in their lifetime, often taking between 8 and 80 years to bloom. The flower stalk ascends high above the plant and is covered in flowers, making for a stunning display.
13. Stonecrop (Sedum spp.) Stonecrop, also known as sedum, is a popular succulent that comes in many sizes and leaf colors. While some selections are primarily grown for their leaf color and shape, many varieties produce attractive
Flowering succulents offer a diverse array of colors, shapes, and sizes, making them a versatile and attractive addition to any garden or indoor space. Whether you're looking for low-maintenance groundcovers, stunning floral displays, or exotic blooms
There's a flowering succulent to suit every taste and style. Consider adding these beautiful plants to your garden or home to enjoy their beauty year-round.