What do succulent plants symbolise?

Succulent plants have a reputation for being strong and hardy plants. But did you know each has its very own meaning?

Sydney florist SLAK Flowers recently hosted a series of succulent and native flower Christmas wreath workshops in collaboration with commercial real estate company, Jones Lang Lasalle/Lendlease.

Find out which succulent plants we handpicked for these special masterclasses, and the unique symbolism behind each.

Merry Masterclasses

After a difficult year, the team at SLAK Flowers amplified the Christmas spirit with a special collaboration with Jones Lang Lasalle/Lendlease.

As part of JLL/Lendlease’s “12 Days of Giving” campaign, SLAK delivered a series of festive workshops to tenants in buildings in Sydney’s Darling Quarter, Darling Square, and Barangaroo precincts.

Attendees were shown how to make their own Christmas wreaths made from succulents, native flowers, and dried flowers while listening to SLAK employees describe their personal stories of experiencing homelessness.

At the end of the session, participants were able to take home their creations. The 6 different succulents that adorned each arrangement were carefully sourced by the SLAK team to encourage prosperity and happiness.

The meaning behind SLAK’s Christmas succulents

Like flowers, each succulent has its own meaning. So, including a succulent in a gift or in a Christmas wreath can bring an additional significance to your arrangement.

Our recent Christmas wreaths created for Lendlease tenants included 6 different succulent types. Here are the meanings behind each:

Ghost plant – These beautiful plants have pointed petals that spread widely, like little stars embellished with tiny red spots. They symbolise good fortune, spirituality and endurance.

Chenille plant – Named due to its cushion-like dense leaves, the Chenille plant’s fuzzy, silvery-white hairs help protect it from water loss. Adding a Chenille plant to your arrangement signifies goodwill in your life.

Coppertone Sedum – Beautiful and dramatic with colourful tones of green and copper, this succulent represents peace and tranquillity and will help bring a sense of calm to your environment.

Haworth’s Aeonium – Blueish green leaves tinged with red make this succulent stand out. With its rose-like shape, this plant will attract harmony, repel negativity and encourage unconditional love.

Blue Echeveria – This plant symbolises gracious adaptability and striking beauty. Its fleshy, blue-green leaves form a pretty rosette that will add grace and colour to any arrangement.

Lace Aloe – The unique white speckles adorning its soft-spined leaves are what give this special succulent its name. The Lace Aloe will invite adaptability and flexibility into the home, allowing for a more harmonious space.

Why succulents make a great gift

A succulent plant shows a certain tenacity and determination due to its ability to survive without constant watering. This is a beautiful reminder that even in our darkest moments, we should never give up!

Not only do succulent plants look beautiful in floral arrangements, but they can withstand harsh conditions. Their lush, thick leaves can retain water for long periods, meaning they require little maintenance to keep alive.

In addition, they can even be replanted from small trimmings and offcuts. This gives them an endless lifecycle!

How to care for succulents

Succulent plants don’t require much maintenance. To keep yours fresh, simply spray the soil or roots once or twice per week. You can also freshen them up with a paper towel if they are looking dusty.

Succulent plants can help create peace and harmony in your home. Gift one of our Christmas wreaths to your friends or family this year and it will become an ever-giving gift they will cherish for years to come.

A very SLAK Christmas

SLAK Flowers offers a range of DIY Christmas wreath hampers, as well as a selection of unique Christmas wreaths using dried flowers, natives, succulents, and dried citrus.

To find out more, contact us on 1300 SLAKFLOWERS or visit our website HERE.