Variegated String of Pearls - Senecio Rowleyanus

String of Pearls is a beautiful, cascading succulent that will add that little quirk to any house. The plant grows fast and propagates easily and can grow both indoor and outdoor. If you are looking for a beautiful succulent to grow, Senecio Rowleyanus Strings of pearls is a great choice. And there’re a few care tips that you need to know to care for String of pearls properly.

Light: String of Pearls plants need to be placed in a spot where it can get at least 6 to 8 hours of bright, indirect sunlight per day.

Place your String of Pearls in a spot where it can receive plenty of strong natural light, like near an east-facing window. Growing it near a South or West-facing window will also do, as long as you place the plant about 5 to 10-inches away from the window, especially in hotter summer months to prevent it from getting sunburnt. In darker, cooler months, consider moving them to a brighter spot or closer to the window to make sure they get all the light they need per day.

Temperature: String of Pearls succulent should be kept at average indoor temperature of 21° - 26° degrees Celsius. During winter, keep the plant at cool temperature around 12° – 15° degrees Celsius. Don’t keep them in drafty areas, or areas with air conditioner and open window as cold air may causes the leaves to drop. String of pearls aren’t frost-tolerant so they’ll need to be moved indoor in the winter if growing outdoor

Humidity: String of Pearls does not require a lot of humidity to thrive. In fact, this succulent is native to dry areas, so dry air wouldn't do any harm to it. Plus, it can enjoy in almost any standard household humidity setting (about 40% relative humidity).

Soil & Pot: Pearls Plant like any succulent need well-draining soil to thrive. Hence, choosing a well-drained pot is the first step to make your spring of hearts happy. Terracotta and unglazed ceramic pots are the two most popular choices thanks to their extraordinary drainage.

Choosing the perfect size of the pot is another important factor for succulents to grow well. The pot need to be big enough to let them fill to the brim, as if the pot is too big for the plant then the soil will stay wet for too long and the pearls resting on that wet soil will get rot. And String of Pearls have very shallow roots so they don’t need a deep pot as well.

Another important thing is to make sure the crowns of the pearls stay at the same level with the top of the pot or at most 0.5 - 1 inch lower than the top, otherwise the aeration will decrease, together with wet soil, the crowns and stems of the plant will get rot easier.

String of pearls are pretty easy to take care of so you can literally start with any kind of succulent potting soil, but sandy soil is preferable.

Water: String of Pearls are very sensitive to overwatering, so make sure that you give them just enough water. Recommended amount is once every two weeks. One tip to make sure you don't overwater your plant is to check if the soil is half an inch (1.2cm) dry before the next water. During winter time, cut back watering to once per month.

String of pearls are often grown indoor, but it does not mean it can not make a great outdoor plant. For outdoor String of Pearls, it’ll depend on how hot the area is, that you can adjust the number of times to water the plant or you can let the rain does the job for you.

Fertilizer: Succulents usually don’t need a lot of fertilizer and too much fertilizer can kill Pearls Succulent too. During growth time, they might get fertilized once every 2 or 4 weeks in spring and mid-summer. And no fertilizer is needed for fall and winter. And the fertilizer should be weakened to not overwhelm the plant.

Bloom: String of pearls bloom tiny white flowers with scent like cinnamon. To encourage spring flowers, cut back on watering and keep the plant in a consistent temperature of 15 degree during winter. Cool and dry condition during winter often promote blooming during summer. The blooming period will last around 1 month.

Toxicity: Although String of Pearls is a beautiful plant to look at, they contain a sap that is toxic to both humans and pets. In humans, accidentally consuming any part of the plant can cause rash, itching, pain, inflammation, dermatitis, or severe skin irritation, and moderate gastrointestinal symptoms, like nausea and vomiting. For animals, eating part of the plant can really be devastating as it can cause lethargy, drooling, itching, and painful skin, leading to your pet's distress.

With that in mind, make sure to place your String of Pearls in a spot away from any of your pets and children's reach, and it's highly recommended to wear gloves when handling.

This plant will be supplied in 13cm hanging basket. Photos taken from current lot. Plants are plants, they all grow differently. Plants with same age may have different growth and size. We will pick best one for you from our current stock.