String of Bananas Houseplant Succulent

String of Bananas

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  • Novel Foliage
  • Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light)
  • Average Watering Needs
  • Mature Height 6 Inches

You’re going to fall in love with this succulent. The String of Bananas is easy to grow and loved for its novelty foliage. It is very easily propagated and doesn’t dry out like other varieties. This succulent is sure to be your new favorite hanging plant!

Best Locations For Growing String of Bananas

You can grow this succulent in any space that can support a hanging plant. Kitchen and sunrooms are the most popular locations.

String of Bananas Sunlight Requirements

The String of Bananas needs lots of light to flourish. Place it near a window that will give it plenty of sun all day long. A south-facing window is optimal, and be sure to rotate the plant regularly to promote even growth.

String of Bananas Care

Plant String of Bananas in an organic succulent and cactus mix that provides good drainage. Use a container size that is one inch larger than the plant. Repotting should be done in the spring every two years. Be sure not to plant the top of the root ball farther than one inch in the soil to avoid stem rot.

Watering String of Bananas

Water needs for the String of Bananas are low. Water every two to three weeks thoroughly, and let the soil dry out completely before watering again.

Feeding String of Bananas

Fertilizer is not necessary, but if desired, add organic compost to the soil in the spring.

String Of Bananas Information

Light Exposure: Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light
Care Requirements: Easy
Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.
Pet Friendly: No
Kid Friendly: No
Air Purifier: High
Habit: Trailing
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Height: 6 inches
Mature Spread: 3 feet
Flowering: Yes
Flower Color(s): Pink, White
Flower Shade/Description: White, Light Pink
Fragrant: Yes
Foliage Type:
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Lime Green
Temperature: 30° - 50°F (-1° - 10°C)
Humidity: Below Average (20% - 40%)
Common Name: String Of Bananas
Other Name(s): String Of Bananas
Scientific Name: Curio rowleyanus, syn. Senecio rowleyanus
Plant Type: House Plant
SKU:
STBNPT-HP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

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Summer Shipping

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