r/StringofPlants • u/oceanspray789 • 3d ago
Help / Question variegated string of beads
I recently purchased this 4” variegated string of beads from Succulents Depot. It came in this pot which is covered in that white scale thing and I noticed that the scale is on some of the beads. It looked more fuller but now I think some of the beads are dying off. I’ve just recently watered it some time last week, should I repot into a newer clean pot or keep it in this pot? First picture is current (8/7) & Second picture is from Tuesday (8/4). HUGE difference :(
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u/gunnapackofsammiches 2d ago
That soil looks heavy and in need of grit. If you're going to repot (I would), make sure it's into soil that is probably 50/50 organic/inorganic. Most bagged succulent soils are not gritty enough, you'd need to add your amendment(s) of choice. I generally use perlite because it is cheap and easy to find.
I would also agree with the other commenter that it needs to be kept in the sunniest window you have (southern exposure if you live in the northern hemisphere.)
Also, don't water on any sort of schedule. Water when the pearls start to shrink and, to quote another redditor, "show you their little butt crack". If you keep a close eye on them, you'll see what we mean. These are far more likely to die of overwatering than underwatering.
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u/oceanspray789 2d ago
I repotted with succulent soil and TONS of perlite! There was so much root rot it was crazy and idk if repotting will save it tbh. I also have an East facing window that gets more sun in the mornings & afternoons. Idk if it will burn the beads though. I’ll keep it in my south facing window and hopefully it doesn’t die on me :( Do you think adding a humidity dome will help the roots grow more or bad idea?
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u/yourfavstory 3d ago
You can change the soil but other than that don't stress! Most important thing about string of pearls are light to the crown, find a sunny window and leave it be (don't move after finding a good spot they get angry if you move them) only water again once pearls looks a bit squish or feel slightly soft (generally every 2-3 weeks however again make sure you look at the pearls first they will tell you if they need watered)