Growing succulents in wet or humid areas: tips & tricksUpdated 3 years ago

Succulents are well-adapted to survive drought but with a little extra care you can also get certain varieties to survive in wet or humid climates.

Improve Drainage

• Plant in gritty, well-draining soil like succulent / cactus soil from a garden center

• Amend heavy garden soil with 50% coarse sand by volume
• Plant in raised beds and containers with drainage holes
• Move pots under roofs or put clear, plastic sheeting at least 18" above beds during the rainy season

Wet / Humid Tolerant Varieties

• Tillandsia (Air Plants)
• Hardy Sedum
• Crassula (Jade Plants)
• Portulacaria
• Kalanchoe