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String Of Dolphins

String Of Dolphins

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This adorable succulent will give you beachy vibes all day long because, true to its name, its leaves resemble a pod of jumping dolphins! A hybrid of the string of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) and candle plant (Senecio articulatus) the string of dolphins (Senecio peregrinus) is a trailing succulent in the Asteraceae family.

String of dolphins are characterized by their iconic dolphin-shaped leaves and long hanging tendrils. While they can bloom, the delicate blooms are relatively inconspicuous and these plants are grown for their interesting foliage rather than their flowers. They look great in hanging baskets and vertical gardens, or they can be trained to grow upwards on a trellis or moss pole depending on what look you are going for.

Light: These trailing succulents require bright, direct light when grown indoors. Choose a location that receives at least six hours of sunlight throughout the day. String of bananas do well under grow lights as well if needed.

If this plant is not receiving enough light, it will become leggy and the banana-shaped leaves will become significantly more spaced out along the stem - a look that is often considered less visually appealing. 

Watering: This hardy succulent is considered to be drought-tolerant with low water needs. There is no universal schedule for how often a string of bananas will need to be watered as this can depend on a variety of factors, but, as a general rule, the soil should be allowed to dry out completely between waterings.

It is better to under-water a string of dolphins than to overwater as they are highly susceptible to root rot. Keeping the succulent planted in well-draining soil and ensuring that the pot has adequate drainage will also help to prevent root rot



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