Senecio rowleyanus is a wonderful succulent with amazing, trailing stems of oval, bead-like leaves, each with a vertical, semi-translucent line running to its tip which assists photosynthesis. Flowers appear on tall, slender stems as small, white fuzzy daisies.
String of Pearls plants are relatively fast growing so give them room to trail for green impact. Perfect for hanging baskets or cascading from shelves. A close relative of Senecio herreianus – String of Beads.
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🌱Bottoms up! The ideal way to water your Senecio rowleyanus is to pop it on a tray/dish, allowing it to soak up the water from the roots upwards to avoid the ‘pearls’ on top sitting in excess water.
🌱Say no to those watering woes! The Secencio rowleyanus is drought tolerant and can often go 2-3 weeks without any additional water, making it an ideal, easy care addition to your home.
🌱A little off the top! If you notice your String of Pearls is becoming unruly with long, straggly stems, simply trim to desired length.
Light
Senecio rowleyanus enjoys bright, indirect light through to partial shade. Avoid exposing your plant to harsh midday sunlight, but some morning or late afternoon sun would be a bonus.
Watering
Senecio are very drought tolerant, storing water in their leaves. Allow the soil to dry out between watering. Do not overwater or allow the plants to sit in water.
Temperature
Warm room temperatures of 21-24°C are perfect in summer. Cooler winter temperatures around 13-16°C will help to maintain good plant health and encourage blooming.
Humidity
The Senecio rowleyanus does fine in average home humidity, but will thrive in slightly more humid environments such as the kitchen or bathroom or with the occasional misting.
Feed
A weak solution of balanced fertiliser once a month during the summer months.
Height & Growth Rate
String of Pearls is fast-growing and typically reaches an ultimate height and length of 1 metre. Simply trim to desired length if stems become too long or straggly.
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