The Crested Senecio Vitalis is native to the cape of South Africa. That means it grows in the winter and is dormant in the summer, which most succulents don't do. The plant is super easy to take care of with low water and maintenance needs. It grows in sun or light shade and prefers sand or well-drained soil.
Senecio vitalis is highly-resistant to drought and can survive long periods with water. The succulent is susceptible to root rot which is caused by overwatering. The best approach would be to water Blue Chalk Fingers only if the soil is dry to the touch and free of moisture
Like all succulents and cacti (Cactaceae family), blue chalk stick doesn't need much fertilizer. Give indoor or container plants a liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength three or four times during the growing season. Plants grown in the ground don't need any feeding.
The Crested Senecio Vitalis is native to the cape of South Africa. That means it grows in the winter and is dormant in the summer, which most succulents don't do. The plant is super easy to take care of with low water and maintenance needs. It grows in sun or light shade and prefers sand or well-drained soil.
Use a sharp and sterilized knife or garden shears to cut the stem from near the base of the main plant.
Senecio vitalis is not a cold hardy succulent. If you live in a region where the temperatures can drop below 30° F (-1.1° C), it would be best to place the plant in a container that can be moved indoors.
Please keep in mind Senecio vitalis can be toxic. Take precautions when handling this succulent. To remove a stem for propagation, wear nitrile dipped gloves and, using a sharp knife, cut a stem near the base of the plant. Allow the end of the stem to callous over for several days before placing in well-draining soil.
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