Succulent
String of Bananas
Senecio radicans
Traits
Varieties We Carry
StandardSenecio radicans
Sizes & Pricing
8 inFrom$14.95
3 galFrom$19.95
7 galFrom$59.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightPart Sun, Part Shade
WaterLow
Mature size6-12 inches tall (trailing 2-3 feet long) × 2-3 feet
About String of Bananas
String of Bananas (Curio radicans, syn. Senecio radicans) is a trailing succulent native to South Africa with slender, banana-shaped leaves on cascading stems. It produces small white to pale lavender flowers and is popular in hanging baskets and container arrangements; in NE Florida it is best grown as a container plant and protected from frost and excessive rain. Starting at $14.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Winter
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
String of bananas grows best in bright indirect light or part sun — a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal in NE Florida. Direct midday or afternoon sun scorches the foliage; in Florida's intense summer sun, filtered or dappled light prevents leaf damage.
Water
Water thoroughly then allow the soil to dry out completely before watering again — typically every 10–14 days in summer and less frequently in winter. In NE Florida's humid climate, use a very well-draining cactus mix and containers with drainage holes to prevent root rot.
Soil & Fertilizer
Use a coarse, fast-draining cactus or succulent potting mix. Feed once in spring and once in summer with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer (half strength). Container culture is strongly preferred in NE Florida to manage drainage and protect from occasional frost.
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Common questions
Is String of Bananas a good plant for St. Augustine?
String of Bananas is a succulent for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-12 inches tall (trailing 2-3 feet long) × 2-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.