Succulent
String of Pearls
Senecio rowleyanus
Traits
Varieties We Carry
StandardSenecio rowleyanusVariegatedSenecio rowleyanus
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$7.95
From$10.31
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightBright Indirect Light, Part Shade
WaterLow
Mature size1-2 feet × 1-2 feet
About String of Pearls
String of Pearls (Curio rowleyanus) is a South African trailing succulent with distinctive spherical, bead-like leaves that store water. Its long, delicate stems spill gracefully from hanging baskets, and mature plants produce small white, cinnamon-scented flowers. Starting at $7.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- 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.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
String of pearls thrives in bright, indirect light — a shaded lanai or spot with morning sun and filtered afternoon light is ideal in NE Florida. Direct Florida afternoon sun scorches the delicate beads; too little light causes etiolation and poor bead formation.
Water
Water sparingly — allow soil to dry completely between waterings (every 2–3 weeks in summer, less in winter). Overwatering is the most common cause of failure; shriveled beads indicate underwatering, mushy stems indicate root rot from excess moisture. NE Florida's humidity necessitates very porous, fast-draining soil.
Soil & Fertilizer
Use a gritty cactus or succulent mix with excellent drainage; never use standard potting soil, which retains too much moisture. Feed once in spring with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer (quarter to half strength). Grow in a container with drainage holes and bring indoors if temperatures drop below 40°F.
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Common questions
Is String of Pearls a good plant for St. Augustine?
String of Pearls is a succulent for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-2 feet × 1-2 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.