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Senecio peregrinus ‘String of Dolphins’

In the 'String of Bananas' style, but bananas look like tiny green dolphins! Hanging baskets, cascading form pots. Unique flowers.

Height2–6in
Width3–6ft
ToleratesDrought, Pots, Wind
Water needsLow – Moderate

This plant will want water around every two to five weeks. Let the soil totally dry out, but don't let it go bone dry and then sit around for a month or so; once they are totally dried out, they want water! Remember that the top of the soil may feel dry, while residual water remains deeper in the pot. Since water is heavy, a light potted plant often indicates it's time to water, especially with smaller pots. It's also a good idea to keep an eye on the plant: If leaves are shriveling, or even falling off, you've probably gone too long without watering.

Hardy to25°F
ExposureFull Sun – Part Sun
Plant traitsHanging, Spreading, Succulent
Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
DrainageIn Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
FertilizingAll Purpose
OriginHybrid, South Africa
California nativeNo
Sunset zones13, 17, 22–24

Growing Notes

This senecio has a form that naturally trails along the ground, rooting as it goes and making a mat over time. However, in cultivation, most gardeners place them in a pot, often hanging, where the cascading stems can be appreciated.

This plant isn't typically grown outdoors in the ground, where it spreads loosely here and there, but doesn't look that great.

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