Bear paw Care

Frequent droughts are normal for Cotyledon tomentosa, so you should water the plant sparingly. It is necessary to give the roots not only to get wet but also to dry. It means that you should let the soil dry out between waterings.

The plant does not need pruning; the only thing that may be required is the systematic removal of sprigs and leaves.

The growth period of the plant falls in spring and autumn. Bear paw hardly grows in winter, and it goes dormant in summer. Therefore, you do not need to feed the plant in winter and summer. In the demi-season, use universal fertilizer for cacti, diluted twice.

Succulents should receive an average of 6 hours of sunlight per day. The plant grows well in partial shade, and growers recommend placing Cotyledon tomentosa on a south-facing window if possible. If the leaves become smaller and lose their brightness, it is necessary to add sunlight or additional illumination.

You can use a ready-made succulent mix or create it yourself. To do this, you need to mix clay soil, sand, gravel, turf, leafy soil, and peat. Do not forget the drainage layer

Growers can propagate Cotyledon tomentosa in many different ways. You can germinate a plant from seed; to do this, you must plant it out in well-drained soil, which is better to do in the fall. You can also propagate Bear paw using cut leaves or stems.

The temperature range comfortable for Cotyledon tomentosa is 68-82 degrees Fahrenheit (20-28 Celsius). You need to ensure the temperature in the room with the plant does not fall below 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 Celsius).

The plant will thrive in a pot just one size larger than its root system. The container must have at least one hole to drain excess water and a drainage layer on the bottom of the pot.

Cotyledon tomentosa is one of the shortest members of its species.