String of Pearls (Curio rowleyanus), 6-Inch Hanging Basket
String of Pearls (Curio rowleyanus)
String of Pearls is a trailing succulent known for its slender cascading stems dotted with round, bead-like green leaves. Given a bright spot, its strands spill over the basket for a soft, sculptural display. Each living plant naturally varies in fullness and stem length.
Points of interest
- Bead-like foliage: Small, rounded leaves line the trailing stems.
- Cascading habit: The stems drape over the basket and can grow several feet long over time.
- Hanging display: The foliage can be enjoyed at eye level or allowed to trail from a bright shelf.
Size and what ships
You’ll receive one live String of Pearls in a 6-inch hanging basket with its hanger. Stem length and fullness vary at shipping. With time and suitable care, the stems can trail several feet; growth depends on light and growing conditions.
Care guide
- Light: Provide bright light with gentle morning sun. Protect it from harsh midday and hot afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves.
- Water: Water thoroughly after the potting mix has dried, then let excess drain. Do not leave the basket standing in water. Check more often in warm, bright weather and water less when growth slows in cool conditions.
- Soil: Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix in a container with drainage.
- Temperature: Keep warm and protect from frost and prolonged cold.
- Humidity: Average indoor humidity is suitable. Good air circulation is helpful; misting is not needed.
- Feeding: During active growth, feed lightly with diluted cactus or succulent fertilizer according to its label. Skip feeding when growth pauses.
- Pruning: Trim overly long or damaged stems as needed to maintain the shape. Healthy cuttings can be used for propagation.
- Repotting: Repot when roots fill the basket or the mix breaks down, using fresh, fast-draining mix and a container with drainage.
- Propagation: Take healthy stem cuttings, let the cut ends callus briefly, then place them on or in dry, well-draining mix and water sparingly until they root.
Pet and child safety
Keep the plant out of reach of pets and young children, and do not allow chewing. If any part is ingested, contact a veterinarian or poison-control professional.
Decorative pot note
The String of Pearls ships in its 6-inch hanging basket with hanger. Terracotta pots shown in styled photos are decorative props, not included or linked as separate products.