take a picture of the plant or check images of succulent plants online until you can identify what type of succulent or sedum you have. Then you can look up if the variety needs winter protection.

Halina Shamshur, resident botany expert at Plantum (the app that helps identify plants and improves plant care), explains why succulents are such a low-maintenance option and how often to water them.

Tuttle Publishing has produced a book on the hardiest and easiest to grow succulent varieties. Succulents are a great ...

Well-draining soil and drainage holes are always a good idea for jade plants, as these measures can help prevent root rot, says Bridgewater. The soil should completely dry out in between ...