String of Needles

The String of Needles (Ceropegia linearis) is a pretty vine which is a type of succulent with thin needle like leaves that make it look like a string when they hang down, thus the name of string of Needles. This succulent is best grown in hanging baskets or being part of the indoor plants that you find interesting. You can now buy String of Needles in Australia online: a low maintenance and eye-catching air purifying plant perfect for home or office. This variety has narrow, elongated leaves which give the plant an appearance of lightness, and it grows best where there is a lot of indirect sunlight, which makes it ideal to be placed nearly anywhere in the interior.

This plant is a native of South Africa which can endure drought situations and that does not necessitate much attention when taken care of. Its foliage turns out to be a touch of purple when grown under optimal lighting making the green look even more exquisite. String of Needles is a perfect plant for those who want to add some curious points of interest with little care since it grows fast and looks great.

Key Features:

• Slender, Needle-Like Leaves: Each stem is adorned with long, thin, needle-like leaves, creating a whimsical and ethereal appearance.

• Trailing Growth Habit: Its natural trailing growth habit makes it perfect for hanging baskets or elevated planters, allowing its delicate foliage to spill over the edges.

• Low Maintenance: This succulent is relatively easy to care for, requiring well-draining soil, bright indirect light, and infrequent watering.

• Tiny Trumpet-Shaped Flowers: In late summer, you may be rewarded with delicate, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in shades of mauve and white.

Specifications:

• Mature Trailing Length: Up to 2 meters

• Outdoor Position: Part shade

• Indoor Position: Bright spot away from direct sunlight

• Soil Type: Well-draining

• Watering: Keep moist during dry periods, allow to dry out slightly between waterings

Perfect for:

• Hanging baskets

• Terrariums

• Mixed succulent arrangements

• Adding a touch of whimsy to any space

Care Tips:

• Use a well-draining soil mix specifically formulated for succulents.

• Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.

• Provide bright, indirect light for optimal growth. Protect from harsh afternoon sun.

• Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a diluted succulent fertilizer.

• String of Needles is not frost-tolerant, so protect it from freezing temperatures.

Add a touch of elegance and whimsy to your home with the captivating String of Needles!

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 80mm 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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