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Senecio herreianus String of Rubies (Purple Flush)
Tender Perennial
What is Tender Perennial?
A rare and eye-catching houseplant
Tumbling pink stems with pointed fleshy leaves
Delicate yellow flowers
Delivery Information View Product DescriptionLoading...Description How to Grow DeliveryClosely related to Senecio, with its ‘String of Pearls’ and ‘String of Dolphins’, String of Rubies or Othonna capensis is a charming trailing succulent whose fleshy leaves uniquely turn ruby red when grown in full sun. The pointed, bean-shaped leaves are strung along striking pinkish purple stems, which tumble gently over the sides of the pot. Hailing from South Africa, this easy-to-grow succulent thrives in a sunny spot and produces yellow flowers for most of the year if it is happy. Height: 10cm (4in). Spread: 30cm (12in).
Height Up to 10cm (4in)
Spread Up to 30cm (12in)
Tender Perennial
conservatory
full sunFlowering MonthsJANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJFMAMJJASOND
1 x 12cm Potted Plant (10cm Tall) (KF1225)
Grow String of Rubies on a sunny, south-facing windowsill that receives at least 6 hours of sun per day. In less sunny locations, leaves will remain green and the plant may become leggy. Avoid humid environments such as the bathroom, and let the compost dry out fully between waterings.Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.
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