String of Watermelons / Senecio Herreanus (4 inch)

About String of Watermelons / Senecio Herreanus (4 inch)

String of Watermelons is a fascinating succulent that resembles String of Pearls, with round leaves trailing on slender stems from the pot or along the ground. What makes it interesting are the deep green or purple-striped leaves, resembling miniature watermelons. These stripes, known as "Leaf window," are adaptations to protect against intense sunlight in their native habitat; exposure to bright sunlight enhances their color.

How to care for String of Watermelons / Senecio Herreanus (4 inch)

Sunlight: A string of Watermelons thrives best in bright, indirect sunlight to maintain its perfect shape and color. It requires 3-4 hours of bright indirect sunlight daily. During summer, please protect it from direct sunlight to prevent leaf damage by providing shading or moving it to a more fantastic location.

Temperature: String of Watermelons prefers temperatures between 60-80°F. Take precautions if temperatures drop below 25°F in winter by moving it indoors or extending its exposure to sunlight. In temperatures exceeding 80°F during summer, relocate it to a cooler, well-ventilated area or where air conditioning is available.

Soil/Pot: Opt for well-draining succulent soil for String of Watermelons. Combine standard potting soil with perlite or sand for DIY soil mix in a 2:1:1 ratio. You can choose pots with drainage holes to ensure excess water drains promptly, preventing root rot.
A string of Watermelons is ideal for hanging displays due to its trailing growth habit, so plant it in hanging pots or elevated positions.

Watering: String of Watermelons is a drought-tolerant perennial. Before water, remember to to check if the soil is dry; water only when the soil is arid. Use the bath watering method and promptly remove excess water from the inside of the pot to prevent waterlogging.

Propagation: Propagating a String of Watermelons is straightforward using cuttings. In spring or autumn, select healthy stems and cut several 4-5inch cuttings using sterilized scissors. Remove the lower leaves from the cut end of each cutting and allow the wounds to be callous in a cool, ventilated area for 2-3 days. Plant the cuttings in well-draining soil and place them in bright, indirect light. Use a spray bottle to keep the soil lightly moist. Roots should develop within 7-14 days with increased light exposure and regular care.

More Information

Primary color: Green & Purple
Blooming color: White
Cold hardiness: USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11 (from 20°F to 50°F)
Product format: Rooted in 4" pot
Suitability: Ideal for garden, balcony, window
Propagation: Easy by cuttings
Unique characteristic: Easy to propagate & toxic to humans and animals

We pack all shipments by hand. 

We have many years of experience shipping live succulents and cactus plants. We pay close attention to packing and have developed an expert shipping method. All succulents are packed and protected with polypropylene cotton (this is a stuffing used for dolls). We find this is the most effective material for protecting live plants while in transit. It is important to us that you are able to Keep going and Keep growing without any stress about the quality of the product or packaging.

Shipping Speed

In general, it takes 3 to 10 days for plants to arrive after you place your order. All orders will be shipped out 48 hours after you place them. We ship the orders on work days(from Monday to Saturday) and all year round. In normal conditions, it will take 3-10 days for you to receive the package. Estimated shipping times are offered as needed.

HOLIDAYS: During weeks in which a holiday occurs - Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, etc. - shipping may be delayed until the following week.

EXTREME WEATHER NOTICE: The Next Gardener reserves the right to hold shipments during storms or periods of extreme heat or cold. This is to ensure your plant does not suffer while it is in transit.

Winter shipping

We insist on shipping succulents to our customers all year round. However due to the extreme winter weather, although we pack succulents with as much protective material as possible, plants are still at increased risk of frost on their way to colder areas. We highly recommend adding one 72-hour heat pack to your order or you can request a hold on the package until it warms up.

Please note that The Next Gardener is not responsible for packages that suffer cold damage without a heat pack. We cannot control the weather. Order at your own risk.

Hawaii, Alaska, and Other US Territories

Fortunately, shipping is available to Alaska, Guam, and other U.S. Territories. However, due to numerous factors beyond our control, including customs checks and shipping delays, free shipping to Hawaii and Puerto Rico is not an option. And we can not provide the 14-day quality guarantee for orders going to Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The buyer will assume all risk of damage when a delivery is delayed. We appreciate your understanding.

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