Ruby Necklace "Othonna capensis" trailing succulent | 3 x 3in unrooted cuttings

This trailing succulent does grow very fast and will achieve its best colour when exposed to full sunshine. The plant will get its best colours in mid and late summer to early autumn. As the light levels decrease and the amount of sunshine decreases the plant will slowly revert back to green although it will keep the purple flush on the main stems and the base of the leaves.

This plant will also produce beautiful yellow daisylike flowers which the bees and beneficial insects go crazy for.

Propagating your cuttings:

This plant is extremely easy to propagate. Simply just for place the cut end of the cutting in a free draining cacti or succulent compost (Also available on our eBay store) and then start watering moderately making sure not to over saturate the soil. As soon as you notice new growth you can gradually increase the amount of watering until the plant gets established.

This plant is perfect for accompanying other succulents within a succulent container as it will give a trailing effect over the edge of the plant pot. The plants can also be grown in a hanging basket to give the stems the opportunity to grow as long as they like.

Please note that this plant would need protection from frost. They are a tender succulent. Also, it's important not to overwater as the plant will store water in the leaves. The leaves will also be a good indication when the plant needs watering as they will start to slightly shrivel. Around once a fortnight is a good time to water. Although the plant will require less water in the winter months.

As always, if you have any questions, please don't hesitation to us as we are here to help.