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STRING OF HEARTS
The String of Hearts is a vining succulent. They are easy care as long as you remember that they are a succulent, and their vines can reach up to 3 metres.
WATER
Your String of Hearts is susceptible to root rot if overwatered. Allow the pot to dry out completely between waterings and consider bottom watering in the colder months.
LIGHT
String of Hearts like lots and lots of light. Somewhere that receives morning or late afternoon direct light is perfect. Be careful of too much midday direct light though as this will scorch the leaves.
FERTILISING
Feed once a month in the Spring and Summer months.
SOIL
The ideal soil mix for a String of Hearts is a mix designed for Cacti. You can achieve this by adding lots of sand, Pumice and perlite to a standard houseplant mix.
TEMPERATURE
String of Hearts like to be warm. Most household temperatures are fine but keep away from draughty windows.
HUMIDITY
As they are succulents they are not a particular fan of humidity.
TOXICITY
Considered non toxic to humans and animals.
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