Observations at Succulent Gardens Nursery, Part 2

The succulent wave sculpture at Succulent Gardens intrigued me immediately and held my attention. Not only were the textures, form and colors captivating, but being an ocean swimmer, I could easily relate to the feeling of this dynamic wave captured at its crest. This spectacular succulent garden was the other demonstration garden I monitored over the year, which debuted during Succulent Extravaganza at Succulent Gardens in Castroville in 2014.

By the greenhouses at the top of the property, the orientation of this garden gave it a strong east and south exposure. A retaining wall at the base of the planting set it about three feet off the ground, giving...