How to care for a String of Pearls

How To Care for a String of Pearls

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Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright indirect light. Can benefit from a few hours of direct sun. Not suited for low light conditions.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

This trailing plant is a succulent! Only water when potting mix is bone dry.

Plant Origin

Southwest Africa

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the String of Pearls:
  • Wrinkling leaves, dry potting mix:

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Mushy stems, wet potting mix:

Root rot, overwatered

  • Leaf drop:

Low light, moisture-stress