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Succulent · Moderate

How to Grow String of Dolphins

Senecio peregrinus

Your complete guide to growing String of Dolphins.

☀SunFull sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
💧WaterWater when soil is completely dry, every 1-2 weeks
🗺Zones9–12
📏Height12-24 inches
String of Dolphins📷 Wikipedia: Dendrophorbium peregrinum

Companion Plants for String of Dolphins

✓ Good companions

Aloe Vera

Matching succulent care needs and natural pest-deterrent properties

Burro's Tail

Matching cascading habit and drought tolerance, creates layered display

Echeveria

Matching drought tolerance and creates attractive textural contrast

Haworthia

Similar water needs and compact growth provides good companion structure

Jade Plant

Similar water and light requirements, complementary growth habits

String of Hearts

Similar trailing growth and care requirements, complementary leaf shapes

String of Pearls

Compatible trailing habit and identical care requirements

Zebra Plant

Compatible light and water needs with contrasting upright form

✗ Keep away from

Ferns

Needs high humidity and consistent moisture, incompatible with succulent care

Impatiens

Requires frequent watering which can cause root rot in succulents

Mint

Aggressive spreader requiring frequent water, can overwhelm and create excess moisture

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