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Jacky Parker

How to Make Dying Succulents Thrive Again — 7 Expert Ways to Rescue Your Plants

Close up of succulent and small plants on a white table.

With their unusual shapes and soft hues, succulents are a favorite among plant lovers. Although easy to care for, they do occasionally get sick, and knowing how to revive succulents will obviously depend on what caused the problem with the plant.

More often than not, it's overwatering, rather than underwatering, that leads to issues with succulents. Often included in the regular houseplant watering regime of a keen plant parent, these desert dwellers tend to fare better with a little neglect. That's because how to care for succulents differs from other plants. Evolved in arid desert conditions, succulents store water in their chunky leaves so they can last a few weeks without water. Although, not for too long.

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