String of Rubies | Othonna capensis, 4"

A woody style succulent made up of adorable small green leaves trailing along purple stems.  Key Information and Plant Overview Other Common Names: Little Pickles, Ruby Necklace Binomial Name: Othonna capensis Care Level: Easy Light: Bright indirect Water: Allow the top 2” of soil to dry Pet Friendly: Yes A woody style succulent made up of adorable small green leaves trailing along purple stems. When the plant becomes a tiny bit stressed, the leaves will turn a ruby color. How cool! Place on a bright window sill to brighten up any space. It looks exceptional trailing down a shelf or window sill. PlantX Top Tip: Low light will cause the plant to elongate and bend. How to Care for String of Rubies Light: Bright indirect, can tolerate 4 hours of direct sunlight Water: Allow the top 2 inches of the soil to dry before watering. Humidity: Average relative humidity of 25% to 49% Temperature: Average from 18°C to 24°C (65°F - 75°F) Fertilizer: Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer - this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10. Soil: Use a well-draining, high organic matter soil mix. Propagation: Division and cuttings Repotting: Can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2” larger in diameter than the original pot. Cleaning Tip: Rinse under a tap with gentle water flow, remove dried flowers. Toxicity: Non-toxic. Always keep your plant away from pets and children. String of Rubies - Common Problems Why is my plant dropping older leaves: This is a natural process that cannot be avoided. As a plant matures, the older leaves die and fall off. Why is my plant turning a purple hue: This could be an indication of a little stress. Although stress is seen as a problem, a little stress for this plant causes the leaves to turn a ruby, purple hue. Enjoy! I think my plant has root rot, what happened: If your plant is in low light and has very moist soil for a significant amount of time, rot may become present. If this happens, inspect the roots. If they are brown and mushy, you’ll have to trim up the roots and repot in fresh cactus/succulent soil. Signs of Overwatering: New growth becomes soft and brown and the leaves begin to drop. Common Pests: Mealybugs and aphids