If your home is decked out in a mish-mash of inanimate objects that make it feel sterile and aloof, then it’s time you gave your drywall and popcorn ceiling abode some liveliness by hanging succulents! More than mere decoration, a drought-tolerant hanging garden will give your home an uplifting and cozy feeling and add some extraordinary beauty to an ordinary space.

 

In addition to their showy appeal, hanging succulents are versatile and a breeze to take care of. It’s no wonder that homeowners everywhere are integrating these amazing plants into their living spaces. If you want to join in on the succulent fun, then keep reading as we discover what makes hanging succulents so great and which ones are best for your home!

 

 

Are Succulents Good Hanging Plants?

Although most succulents do best when planted in the ground or displayed in pots, a few flourish in hanging planters. To better understand which ones can and can’t be displayed in a hanging container, we first must understand what succulents are and which ones are ideal for hanging.

 

 

 

 

What Are Succulents?

Succulents are plants native to arid climates and dry, torrid soil conditions. These plants are characterized by their thick, fleshy, and distended leaves that retain water so that they can thrive in their dry, sun-baked environments.

 

These drought-tolerant plants come in various shapes, colors, and sizes and have grown in popularity in recent years thanks to environmentally conscious consumers wanting to decorate their home or office with water-wise plants. Some of the most visually appealing succulents are ones that you can display in hanging pots.

 

The best succulent plants for hanging are those that have some or all of the following characteristics:

 

• No upright stems
• Thin, trailing stems
• Stems that grow to be several feet long
• Can tolerate bright, indirect light to full sun
• Drought-tolerant
• Generally require minimal maintenance

 

 

Which Succulents Are Best to Hang Indoors?

Before you start hanging baskets of succulents left and right, you need to know that not all of them are suitable for indoor environments. However, several types of succulents can thrive in enclosed spaces and are great additions to your hanging garden.

 

Here are some of the best succulents to hang indoors:

 

Trailing Jade Plant

As its name implies, this succulent is a trailing succulent. Its thick, teardrop-shaped green leaves run along the length of its wood-like trailing stems. These succulents often have a dense, scrambled look to them. Jade Plants, in general, are very easy to care for and can go several weeks without water.

 

This best-selling plant is extremely popular and hard to find at nurseries. Your best bet would be to shop online at PlantedPot to get your hands on one of these trailing emerald beauties.

 

General needs of Trailing Jade Plant:

 

• Light: At least 6 hours of bright, indirect sunlight per day
• Watering: Give enough water to moisten the soil. Always allow the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

 

String of Dolphins

These dolphins don’t need much water to survive! This resilient succulent is native to the deserts of South Africa and only requires frequent watering during its growing season.

 

Like the trailing succulents String of Bananas, Rowleyanus String of Pearls, and String of Nickels, String of Dolphins gets its name from the shape of their light green leaves. Add a sense of whimsical charm to your house by hanging this plant high and showcasing their thin, trailing green stems with hooking leaves that resemble arching dolphins.

 

General needs of String of Dolphins:

 

• Light: At least 6 hours of bright, indirect sunlight per day. Avoid direct sunlight as it may cause slight sunburn.
• Watering: Water during the spring/summer growing season. Water roughly once a week or when the soil is dry to damp. During fall/winter, water only once a month.

 

Calico Kitten

This kitten is the purrrrfect trailing succulent to add to your hanging indoor garden! You can hang these drought-tolerant succulents just about anywhere with bright indoor light.

 

Calico Kitten has long, trailing stems punctuated by eye-catching and ethereal heart-shaped leaves that come in cream, pink, rose, and green color combinations. When mildly stressed, these leaves turn a darker shade that only accentuates their beauty. Spring signals the arrival of more pleasantries like delightful white star-shaped flowers that will add more appeal to this hanging succulent.

 

General needs of Calico Kitten:

 

• Light: Hang where there is bright indoor light. Does best when hung near a west-facing window.
• Watering: Water deeply and infrequently. Allow the soil to dry out between watering.

 

Rat Tail Cactus

These are the kinds of rats that you’ll want to have in your home! Rat Tail Cactus are trailing succulents with long, tube-shaped stems with short, spiny projections.

 

The pale green stems mature into a neutral beige color that blooms exquisite bright pink flowers every spring. This rat doesn’t get too thirsty and likes warm areas with bright light.

 

General needs of Rat Tail Cactus:

 

• Light: Bright light to full sun.
• Watering: Keep the soil moist during the growing season (April – November). Allow the plant to dry out between watering. Let them dry out during the dormant season (December – March).

 

 

 

 

Which Succulents Are Best to Hang Outdoors?

Succulents are generally native to desert environments and can tolerate weather extremes pretty well with very minimal care and water. Their hardiness makes them ideal for outdoor environments.

 

Here are some of the best succulents to hang outdoors:

 

Sweetheart Hoya Variegated

Sweetheart Hoya Variegated is a type of Hoya plant. These plants hail from the Indian subcontinent, East Asia, and Australia and are famous for their thick leaves and creeping vines. Hindu Rope and Wax Plant are the most famous types of Hoyas.

 

But the Sweetheart Hoya Variegated stands out for its sturdy, heart-shaped leaves with streaks of green and yellow and embossed with a waxy sheen. These slow growers will eventually curl out with thin stems laced with intermittent leaves, making them perfect for hanging baskets.

 

General needs of Sweetheart Hoya Variegated:

 

• Light: Place it anywhere where there is bright light.
• Watering: Water once to twice a month. Let the soil dry between watering.

 

Ruby Necklace

This trailing plant is defined by its thick, narrow bean-shaped leaves with a striking deep ruby color. Ruby Necklace plants start with dark green leaves that change color to their more familiar ruby hue. These plants also produce small bright yellow flowers that can appear anytime throughout the year.

 

Unlike other succulents, Ruby Necklace is a very fast-growing plant that will create long reddish stems of bunched leaves to add some unique visual appeal to your outdoor patio. Place these plants in a hanging basket and suspend them anywhere as long as there is adequate sunlight.

 

General needs of Ruby Necklace:

 

• Light: Bright sunlight to full sun.
• Watering: Water once a week or when the soil is completely dry. Watering is dependent upon the environmental conditions of where the plant is hung.

 

Donkey’s Tail Plant

Sedum morganianum, more commonly known as the donkey’s tail or burro’s tail plant, is an aesthetic succulent regarded for its eye-catching and lavish trailing foliage. Donkey’s Tail Plant boasts plump leaves that overlap to create a dense stem that mimics the look of a donkey’s tail, making them the ideal for a hanging basket. Be on the lookout for rare tiny bulbs of red flowers at the ends of these trailing succulents for added visual splendor.

 

General needs of Donkey’s Tail Plant:

 

• Light: Place in areas with lots of morning sun while avoiding scorching direct afternoon sunlight.
• Watering: Once every two to three weeks or when soil is completely dry to the touch.

 

Monkey’s Tail Plant

We’ve seen our fair share of animal tail succulents in this article. But you’ll need a sturdy hanging basket for this one because Monkey’s Tail Plant is the largest one of them all! This plant is perfect for hanging baskets due to its thick, green-yellow thick succulent stems that can grow to be 8 feet long!

 

The stems are covered in an assortment of fuzzy white spines giving a bristly appearance of a monkey’s tail. During the winter, the long stems become adorned with showy magenta-colored flowers that add even more beauty to the plant.

 

General needs of Monkey’s Tail Plant:

 

• Light: Thrives in direct sunlight, about 10-14 hours a day.
• Watering: Water only during the growing seasons when the soil is dry. Halt watering during winter.

 

 

Are Hanging Succulents Easy to Care For?

Hanging succulents are a piece of cake to take care of! Like other succulents, these gravity-defying plants are generally hardy plants that can withstand environmental extremes and thrive with very little care. This is why many homeowners have gravitated towards these effortless hanging plants.

 

 

How Do You Care For a Hanging Succulent?

These emerald gems require very little care. In fact, the less you do, the better! But that doesn’t give you the green light to retire your green thumb. Minimal care is required for your hanging garden to flourish.

 

Here are some tips for how to care for your hanging succulents:

 

• Use well-draining soil specifically formulated for succulents.
• Water the soil, not the plant.
• Do not over-water.
• Use baskets that allow for proper drainage to prevent root rot.
• Give your succulents appropriate light.
• Rotate your hanging baskets frequently.
• Routinely check for pests.

 

 

Can I Plant Succulents In a Basket?

If you’re not hanging your succulent in a basket, then what exactly are you hanging it in?! Hanging baskets are the go-to choice for suspending your succulents. These baskets are ideally designed and constructed for your plant to be hung. Hanging baskets are generally made of a durable metal frame and filled with a growing medium such as burlap to give your plants the support needed to grow.

 

Not only will you find a wide selection of eye-catching baskets to complement your beautiful plants, but you’ll also have peace of mind knowing that it will be very unlikely that your hanging succulent will one day find itself firmly planted on your head.

 

 

 

 

Can I Hang My Succulent On Walls?

Succulents can be hung just about anywhere, even on walls! From something abstract or something with a bit of artistic flair, you’ll find a wall-mounted planter that will satisfy your style.

 

Displaying your succulents vertically on walls in special shadow box frames will add even more eye-catching flair for these already visually stunning plants. Be the envy of your friends as they stare in awe at your vertical hanging garden and wonder how such a beautiful wall can be theirs. Shadow box frames are available at gardening and plant care retailers. However, if you can’t find one that fits your style, you can always make one yourself!

 

 

Final Thoughts – Hanging Succulents

If you’re looking to beautify your home or office space with some low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants, then consider getting yourself some hanging succulents! Not all succulents can be hung, though. The best succulents for hanging are those that need little care and have lush, visual appeal, such as trailing stems that can grow several feet long and vibrant leaves and flowers.

 

But don’t feel limited to hanging these plants indoors. They make great additions to outdoor spaces such as a patio. So what are you waiting for? Be a green guardian and head on over to our shop to browse PlantedPot’s vast selection of amazing succulents! From Trailing Jade to String of Dolphins to Sweetheart Hoya, you’ll find many of the succulents mentioned in this article at our shop waiting to liven up your home.