Botanical name – Senecio herreianus
Common name – String of Watermelons, Chain of Watermelons
Description – This tough trailing succulent has small pointed light green leaves with purple streaks resembling watermelons. It can be left to hang over a shelf or it also makes an excellent hanging basket specimen.
Flower Colour – White
Flower Period – Summer
Location – Requires bright indirect light or a few hours of morning sun only.
Care – Water only when succulent potting mix has completely dried out. Reduce frequency of watering in winter. Use a slow-release fertiliser every six months.
Mature height – .2m H x .8m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
125mm – 10 cm
140mm – 15 cm
175mm – 20 cm
270mm – 40 cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
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Part Shade |
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Great Indoors |
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Low Watering |
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Ideal for Pots |
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.8 m Wide |
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.2 m High |