Top 20+ Types of Succulents for the Easiest Indoor Garden Ever

3) Panda Plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa)
5) Echeveria (Echeveria spp.)
6) Zebra Haworthia (Haworthiopsis attenuata)
8) Burro’s Tail (Sedum morganianum)
9) Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii)
10) Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum spp.)
11) String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)
13) Flaming Katy (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)
14) Ice Plant (Delosperma echinatum)
15) Tiger Tooth Aloe (Aloe juvenna)
16) Propeller Plant (Crassula perfoliata var. falcata)
17) Dolphin Plant (Senecio peregrinus)
18) Moonstone Plant (Pachyphytum oviferum)
20) Baby Toes (Fenestraria rhopalophylla)

3) Panda Plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa)

If you’re new to plant parenthood, the panda plant is a great option. “These are resilient plants with simple care routines. As long as you provide decent bright light and avoid overwatering, they’ll thrive,” says Mendoza.

Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light, or filtered sunlight.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining succulent mix.
Water Requirements: Water sparingly; soil should be dry before the next watering.

5) Echeveria (Echeveria spp.)

Mendoza loves to include echeverias in succulent bowl arrangements. “Echeverias are classic beauties with their symmetrical rosettes and variety of colors; they add so much charm to any space that gets direct bright light,” she says.

Hardiness Zone: 9-12
Light Requirements: Bright, direct light.
Soil Requirements: Porous, well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Water deeply but infrequently.

6) Zebra Haworthia (Haworthiopsis attenuata)

Along with jade plants and panda plants, the zebra haworthia is one of Mendoza’s favorite types of succulents for beginners. It can go weeks without watering and can tolerate medium or low light conditions.

Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light.
Soil Requirements: Sandy, well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.

8) Burro’s Tail (Sedum morganianum)

A burro's tail is a delicately beautiful trailing plant that is especially striking when grown in a hanging pot. As fragile as it is lovely, this plant is easily damaged and should be placed where it won’t be bumped or jostled.

Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light.
Soil Requirements: Light, sandy, well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Water when soil is dry.

9) Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii)

This striking plant with a biblical-inspired name is a great choice for indoor gardeners. It produces colorful blooms and bright green leaves throughout most of the year. This plant needs three to four hours of direct sunlight per day, so it’s happiest when placed in a south-facing window. A slow grower, the crown of thorns can grow up to two feet as a houseplant.

Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Light Requirements: Bright, direct sunlight.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining cactus mix.
Water Requirements: Water deeply but let soil dry out between watering.

10) Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum spp.)

Hens and chicks plants are better for experienced plant parents, notes Mendoza, and they generally do better when grown outdoors. They can lose some of their coloring if they don’t receive sufficient light, so it may be necessary to supplement with artificial lighting if you don’t have a window that receives several hours of bright light daily, all year round.

Hardiness Zone: 4-9
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light, or full sun.
Soil Requirements: Gravelly, well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Minimal water; let soil dry completely.

11) String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)

Like hens and chicks, the string of hearts might require the use of grow lights in order to thrive indoors. This plant’s delicate leaves need a solid four to six hours of bright, indirect light each day. A south- or west-facing window is a great spot for this sun-loving type of succulent.

Hardiness Zone: 10-11
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining, light soil mix.
Water Requirements: Allow soil to dry out between watering.

13) Flaming Katy (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)

Flaming Katy makes a popular beginner houseplant because of its colorful flowers and easy care requirements. It should be placed in an east- or west-facing window with bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight should be avoided, as it can burn the plant’s leaves.

Hardiness Zone: 10-12
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light or morning sun.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Allow topsoil to dry before watering.

14) Ice Plant (Delosperma echinatum)

The leaves of the ice plant produce tiny calcium crystals that sparkle in the sun, giving the plant its name. Though this type of succulent does well indoors or out, the plant will typically only flower outdoors, or if it receives a lot of bright sunlight indoors, such as from a south-facing window.

Hardiness Zone: 6-10
Light Requirements: Full sun to bright, indirect light.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining, sandy soil.
Water Requirements: Water when soil is completely dry.

15) Tiger Tooth Aloe (Aloe juvenna)

Perfect for indoor growing, the tiger tooth aloe needs minimal attention. It can tolerate partial sunlight, though it grows faster in bright, indirect light.

Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light.
Soil Requirements: Light, well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Water sparingly when soil is dry.

16) Propeller Plant (Crassula perfoliata var. falcata)

Another low-maintenance type of succulent that’s easy to care for, the propeller plant has curved leaves that resemble airplane propellers.

Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light.
Soil Requirements: Porous, well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Water deeply and let soil dry.

17) Dolphin Plant (Senecio peregrinus)

This vining succulent is beloved for its folded leaves that look like tiny, leaping dolphins. Often grown in hanging pots, the dolphin plant is considered low-maintenance and thrives in sunny, south-facing windows.

Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil.
Water Requirements: Water when the topsoil feels dry.

18) Moonstone Plant (Pachyphytum oviferum)

Moonstone succulents thrive in both direct and indirect sunlight. If you keep your plant in a very sunny spot, it should be turned every few days to keep it healthy.