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String of Lemons (now Curio citriformis) (Heath): Glaucous, blue-green succulent with a distinctive form. It has uniquely shaped leaves with tapered ends like a lemon. The leaves stand upright on branches that grow about 4.0" tall. This plant send up tall bloom stalks with white, pom-pom-like flowers.
PLEASE NOTE: Some Senecio plants can cause mild digestive irritation if ingested; keep out of reach of children and pets.
Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.
This variety is easy to re-root from stem cuttings. Look to our Succulent Cuttings Guide for tips on succulent propagation.
Product Size
2.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
Blue / Blue-green
All Seasonal Colors
Green
Bloom Color
White Bloom
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun
Maximum Height
Over 12"
Growth Habit / Shape
Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Easy to Propagate, Slow Grower
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
WHAT IS MY HARDINESS ZONE?
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S. herreanus, meanwhile, has more distinct leaf windows and larger leaves when compared to S. citriformis.
They're both called "string of tears" due to both plants having leaves that are generally tear drop shaped. The name "string of tears" is just a common name and these common names can be unhelpful due to an extreme lack of consensus. Many plants have multiple common names and share those names with many other plants. For instance, we sell a plant called ice plant that looks like this. However, ice plant is also the name of a particularly nasty invasive plant on the beaches of California.
The binomial names aren't perfect either, but there's certainly more consensus regarding them than these common names have.
If you look under "PRODUCT DETAILS" on any of our plant listings, you'll see a list beginning with the item "COLOR - PRIMARY". Near the bottom of that list, you'll see an item called "PRODUCT FORMAT" and there, the pot size will be listed. That little detail will be on every relevant product and will even tell you the size of the plug if the plant ships as a plug.
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1) How are you watering? Succulents prefer to be watered with a complete drench when they're thirsty. Be sure water is coming out of the drainage holes of the pot after you're done watering. Misting or lightly sprinkling just won't cut it.
2) What's your soil like? Senecio citriformis likes well draining soil, but your soil may drain too well. If you're watering well and your plant still shows signs of thirst, try repotting it into a soil with more water retention. You could mix normal potting soil into the soil it's in now to achieve this effect.
3) How is the stem doing, especially near the soil? It's one thing for the leaves to be wrinkly, but if your stem is squishy or translucent, that… See full answer »
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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.
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Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.
Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.
Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.
Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength
Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.
HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS
- Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
- Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
- Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…
Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.
LOW INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors without direct sun.
- Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
- There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade…
