string of pickles succulent Othonna Capensis/Ruby Necklace, Trailing Succulent

string of pickles succulent Othonna Capensis/Ruby Necklace, Trailing SucculentAbout Othonna Capensis Ruby NecklaceOthonna capensis, also called ''Little Pickles'' or ''Ruby Necklace'', is a trailing succulent with small green leaves that hang on stems up to 2 feet long. When stressed, the leaves turn purple or burgundy, and the stems turn ruby red to purple. Meanwhile, white tufts of hair come out between stems and leaves, which is exceptionally stunning in hanging baskets or wall gardens. Small, yellow, and daisy like blooms

About Othonna Capensis Ruby Necklace

Othonna capensis, also called ''Little Pickles'' or ''Ruby Necklace'', is a trailing succulent with small green leaves that hang on stems up to 2 feet long. When stressed, the leaves turn purple or burgundy, and the stems turn ruby red to purple. Meanwhile, white tufts of hair come out between stems and leaves, which is exceptionally stunning in hanging baskets or wall gardens. Small, yellow, and daisy-like blooms all year round.

How to care for Othonna Capensis Ruby Necklace

Sun/Location: Othonna capensis “Ruby Necklace” can be propagated from stem cuttings. It is indoor succulents and needs to be moved indoors to grow by the window to get at least 6-hour sun exposure or under a grow light to maintain the color. It can be placed outdoors in spring and fall to get full sunlight. Shade is required in summer to avoid sunburn.

Soil/Pot: Othonna capensis prefers a well-drainage soil mix, click here to get the best succulent soil recipe. As a hanging plant, the Ruby Necklace do well in hanging planter with drainage holes.

Watering: The best way of watering is the 'soak and dry' method. Water deeply enough for water to run out of the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again. Click here to learn how to water succulents.

More Information

Primary color: green/lime
Secondary color: purple/black
Bloom color: bright-yellow daisy flowers
Cold hardiness: zone 9a-11b(from 20F to 50F)
Product format: rooted in 4'' pot
Suitability: balcony, Window, Garden
Propagation: stem cutting
Special characteristic: pet safe, showy blooms, easy to propagate, fast grower