The string of buttons is remembered for its long rambling stems and its short triangular leaves that spiral around it. It is a plant that does not require special care, perfect for beginner flower growers. But in order to achieve the formation of flowers, it is necessary to provide the succulent with an appropriate environment, which is quite difficult to achieve in room conditions.
Crassula Perforata Care
Crassula perforata



Crassula perforata (also a string of buttons or molded wax agave) is an amazing succulent in the Crassulaceae family. It is originally from the Cape Provinces, Republic of South Africa, where it occurs on rocky slopes. A relatively small, compact succulent that is easily formed into bushes will decorate any space.
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How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water the plant once a week in the summer and a little less during the rest of the year. In winter, water every 15-20 days.
Pruning
The plant can be cut for decorative reasons - adult stems begin to hang down, losing their shape. Also, when the flowers fade, they leave long woody stems that are easy to remove. When pruning, make clean cuts with a sterile instrument.
Fertilizer
Fertilize from spring through summer with a succulent liquid fertilizer, following the product package's directions.
Sunlight
It is desirable to place the plant in a room with a lot of natural light.
Soil
You can use universal soil for growing, mixed with perlite in equal parts as a substrate.
Propagation
You can propagate Crassula perforata by stem cuttings in spring or summer. You just need to take one, remove some leaves from its bottom end, and plant it in a pot.
Temperature
The plant tolerates cold and frosts up to 23 ºF (-5ºC) well, but it is better not to go below 32 ºF (0 ºC).
Container
This succulent grows several centimeters yearly, so choose the appropriate pot size.
Fun fact
C. perforata has a unique appearance because it looks very similar to green spiral pasta noodles.
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