Othonna Capensis "Ruby Necklace" 12cmPot

Botanical Name: Othonna capensis ‘Ruby Necklace’
Common Names: Ruby Necklace, String of Rubies, Little Pickles, Purple Necklace Plant, Trailing Othonna

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📌 Product Description

Othonna capensis ‘Ruby Necklace’ is a striking trailing succulent known for its vibrant ruby-purple stems and elongated bean-shaped leaves that turn deep burgundy under bright light. In lower light, the foliage remains green, while strong sun intensifies the rich purple tones, creating a dramatic cascading effect.

This fast-growing, trailing succulent produces cheerful yellow,purple daisy-like flowers during its active growing season, adding contrast against the dark foliage. Its cascading growth makes it ideal for hanging baskets, balcony planters, and decorative pots where the trailing stems can spill gracefully over the edges.

A hardy, drought-tolerant succulent perfectly suited to South African water-wise gardens and container displays.

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📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 15 – 20 cm
Spread / Trail Length: 60 – 100 cm
Growth Habit: Trailing, cascading succulent
Growth Rate: Fast in warm growing conditions

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🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun to bright light (best purple colour in strong sun)
Soil: Well-draining sandy or gritty succulent mix
Water:

Water thoroughly, then allow soil to dry out completely
Reduce watering in winter
Avoid waterlogged soil
Highly tolerant of short dry periods

Feeding: Light feeding in spring and summer

Maintenance:

Trim to maintain fullness
Easily propagated from stem cuttings
Ensure excellent drainage
Protect from severe frost

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🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Spring or early autumn
Growing Season: Spring and summer (active growth peaks in warm weather)
Flowering Season: Mainly winter to spring in mild climates
Climate Suitability: Ideal for warm temperate and coastal regions
Frost Tolerance: Tolerates light frost; protect from heavy frost

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🌼 Additional Benefits

Stunning ruby-purple trailing stems
Bright yellow daisy flowers
Fast-growing and easy to propagate
Highly drought-tolerant
Excellent hanging basket plant
Low-maintenance

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🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Hanging baskets
✔ Balcony and patio planters
✔ Succulent arrangements
✔ Water-wise gardens
✔ Rock gardens
✔ Modern container displays