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Variegated String of Pearls (now Curio rowleyanus f. variegatus) (Jacobsen & Heath): A phenomenal variegated oddity in the succulent world. String of Pearls is a well-loved favorite but its variegated form is a cut above. Its bead-like leaves are mottled with cream, green, and sometimes even pink! The thin, string-like stems can cascade several feet. This species is native to South Africa where it grows as ground cover in the shade of rocky outcroppings.
String of Pearls tends to like a bit more water than most succulents. Only water when the soil is dry; a slight wrinkling of the leaves indicates the plant is ready for water. It is a member of the Aster family and produces pom pom-like flowers that smell of cinnamon. Try growing Variegated String of Pearls in a hanging pot near a sunny window for an impressive trailing effect. In frost free climates (zone 10+), it also thrives outdoors in a pot or as a ground cover. For a truly bountiful cascade, prune and re-plant the longest strands regularly.
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
White
All Seasonal Colors
Green, Pink
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
Hanging / Trailing
Seasonality
Summer Dormant Partial
Special Characteristic
Easy to Propagate, Variegated, Showy Blooms
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
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A new Split Rock needs to be transplanted into a pot with a drainage hole and very gritty, well-draining soil like this Bonsai Jack Gritty Mix. It should be grown on a sunny windowsill or outdoors in part to full sun if the weather is mild. Do not water for at least a week after transplanting.
After that, Split Rocks should only be watered after the innermost leaf pair feels soft. So softness can be a normal sign of thirst, but it can also indicate heat stress or rot if a Split Rock was watered before it was ready. These are some of the more drought-tolerant succulents and should be watered extremely infrequently.
The first are UV tinted windows. These windows specifically filter out the harshest rays of sun to prevent carpet and furniture fading. Fortunately, they do not filter out visible light (like red and blue light) which is what the plants need. These windows won't kill your plants.
The second are room darkening tints. These tints are designed to make a room darker and do filter out a portion of visible light. This kind of tinting can be devastating for plants that like a lot of sunlight (like Echeveria and most cacti).
If you do find that you have room darkening tints, a grow light may be a good option for you. Click the link below to read our guide on… See full answer »
