STRING OF PEARLS
This unique trailing succulent has a reputation for being tricky, but with a few key pointers you can easily get yours to thrive.
WATER
Allow your String of Pearls to dry out completely between waterings. They are far more likely to die from over watering than underwatering so if in doubt leave it a few more days.
LIGHT
In the wild String of Pearls grow as a ground cover plant, this is important to note as absolutely key for String of Pearls is lots and lots of bright indirect light on the crown of the plant. Placing the plant high up on a shelf where they will only get light on the tendrils will not be sufficient, and they makes complete sense when you take into account it is a ground cover plant. The absolute ideal spot for a String of Pearls is to hang in a window that gets lots of bright indirect light and some morning or late afternoon direct light.
FERTILISING
You can feed your String of Hearts once a month during the spring and summer months.
SOIL
String of Pearls grow best in a very well draining soil mix suitable for cacti or succulents. Visit our soil bar to add horticultural sand, grit and perlite to a standard houseplant soil.
TEMPERATURE
String of Pearls p[refer to be warm, most household temperatures will be fine as long as they are away from any cold drafts.
HUMIDITY
Excessive humidity can cause String of Pearls to rot. They are not the ideal plant for naturally humid rooms such as bathrooms and they will not enjoy being misted.
TOXICITY
String of Pearls are considered toxic to humans and animals.
General Watering Tips
Place your plant, still in its plastic nursery pot, inside the decorative pot you've chosen. This setup allows the plant to enjoy the drainage and airflow provided by the nursery pot's holes, which are beneficial for root health.
When it’s time to water, you have two options:
1. Top Watering: Take the plant, nursery pot and all, out of the decorative pot and water it over a sink. Allow the water to drain completely before placing it back in the decorative pot to prevent water build up.
2. Bottom Watering: Place the nursery pot in a shallow dish of water and let the plant absorb moisture from the bottom. This method encourages the roots to grow downward and reduces the risk of overwatering.
Both methods help keep your plant healthy by promoting good drainage and root aeration.