Senecio - Perla Grande

Senecio Senecio – Perla Grande: Thick, showy, silvery-green large leaves, this succulent is a perfect addition to a more formal foliage display. A classic member of Perla selection, owing to its attractive vines which produce narrow, pearl-like leaves, it is perfect for growing in pots, hanging baskets, or rockeries. The shiny leaf cut gives plant a versatility in decorating both contemporary as well as conventional interiors as well as exteriors. Low maintenance and very resilient, it is perfect for adding variety for succulents in Australian gardens. Purchase the Senecio – Perla Grande online in Australia and ensure an aesthetic yet hardy feature is added to your home.

Perla Grande also does not need frequent watering and thus makes it appropriate for plant lovers who have little time to water their plants. This plant prefers an indirect sunlight exposure, for this reason it is suitable to be placed at areas where there is lots of light indoors or partly shaded outdoors. It gains height as it grows and produces a heavy foliage very suitable for hanging baskets and small gardens.

Appearance:

• Leaves: The plant's most distinctive feature is its spherical leaves, larger than the common String of Pearls variety, that resemble green peas or pearls. These leaves grow in abundance along slender, trailing stems.

• Stems: The thin, wiry stems can grow several feet long, cascading beautifully over the edges of pots or hanging baskets.

• Flowers: In the spring or summer, it may produce small, white or yellow, cinnamon-scented flowers that add a subtle sweetness to the plant.

Growth Habits and Care:

• Sunlight: Thrives in bright, indirect light or partial shade.

• Soil: Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix.

• Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Additional Information:

• Senecio 'Perla Grande' is a relatively fast-growing succulent, making it a great choice for those looking to quickly fill a hanging basket or create a cascading display.

• Its unique, larger pearl-like leaves make it a striking and eye-catching addition to any space.

The first two photos serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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