Watering always at the height of the soil avoiding strong jets of water against the leaves (they can eliminate the protective pruina). In winter it is recommended to water only once a month and if temperatures exceed 59☏ (15✬). Water every 3-4 days during the warmer seasons of the year for a good result. We should never overwater any succulent, this also applies to the correct care of Senecio Serpens. Adequate soil is the main thing Senecio Serpens needs for proper care. Good soil for these plants would be commercial cactus soil or a mixture of 50% garden soil and 50% siliceous coarse sand. Preferably use commercial substrates for succulent plants and cacti that are offered in numerous nurseries ( Order it here). It is important that the soil to be used allows rapid drainage of irrigation water and is very loose. Frost’s contact with leaves and stems is fatal to this species. Do not expose to temperatures below 32☏ (0✬) for long periods. It prefers to grow under the influence of cool to warm temperatures ranging from 60 to 82☏ (16☌ to 28☌). Even so, it appreciates some shade during the hottest hours of the day in the summer season. Do not grow in the shade because its stems will etiolate. It is recommended to be grown outdoors in bright light to obtain compact plants and blooms. This plant is perfectly adapted to full sun exposure throughout the day due to its protective pruina. If you still don’t have your Senecio Serpens we recommend a place to buy a quality Senecio ( Order it here). Senecio Serpens is very easy to maintain in the garden, below we will explain how to care for Senecio Serpens correctly. All flowers are aromatic and exude a very mild pleasant odor. The flowers of the inflorescences have 5 white triangular petals the central bilobed stigma always protruding from the corolla. The flowers are small and are arranged in inflorescences in flower heads that arise from the apex of the stems or upper lateral axils in this case, they are inflorescences of inflorescences with the development of a floral peduncle over 5” (12 cm) in height. The branches of the stems are always axillary and generally appear in low areas of the stems. In addition, they are characterized by having an elongated cylindrical shape with an acute apex and showing a bluish-green or grayish coloration (high concentrations of pruina). The leaves are also succulent and arranged alternately on the stems. This species develops succulent stems of +/- 5” (12 cm) in height with a very conspicuous grayish coloration due to large concentrations of pruina. How to Propagate Senecio Serpens Curio repens Stems and Leaves.All of our materials are recycled when possible and we take lots of care when sending each plant off to their new home.Please noteYou are ordering the same species of the plants pictured, you will receive a similar plant. After potting up, don't water for a week or two to allow any damage to heal before getting wet.PackagingYou will receive a beautifully packaged plant with zero plastic. If ordering bare root, we recommend potting up in terracotta at home. Air and water can permeate through the unglazed surface of the pot leading to an all-round healthier plant. Remove from the bowl, allow excess to drain away and repeat only when soil is dry.PotsOur plants are supplied in terracotta pots which allows the soil to breathe, creating stronger roots. To do this, sit the pot in a bowl of water for about 20 mins, less if the plant you are watering is particularly sensitive to being wet. It will also encourage roots to grow deeply, creating a stronger plant. This will prevent rotting of the plant, caused by water sitting on the epidermis or sitting around the base. Never let the roots sit in water as this will cause them to rot.WateringWe recommend that the plants are watered from the bottom. Water in the summer only when soil is dry and reduce this down in the winter months. Blue Chalksticks plantThis lovely elegant plant has pointed, blue dusty leaves and isCare guidePlant in well draining soil and place in a sunny spot. Item: 233814859064 Curio repens - Senecio serpens - Blue Chalksticks Plant.
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