They will ship semi-bare root with no pot or soil. The plant in the picture exact you will receive. Colors & sizes of succulents change drastically throughout the season due to maturity, temperature, sunlight exposure, & other factors. Succulent plenty’s are very easy to care for,and because they are drought,they can survive for several weeks at a time without water. Water when soil is dry to the touch, which is approximately every7-10 days, indoors.Water less frequently during winter months,as this is the natural dormancy period of many plants. Please note that because this is a live plant, it may etiolate (stretch), drop leaves, or have a slightly duller color due to ship. I will package with extreme care & lots of love. 5 Live Rooted Sedum Reflexum