Bring a splash of whimsy to your indoor garden with the enchanting String of Dolphins!
This unique succulent features cascading, dolphin-shaped leaves that gracefully trail down from their stems, creating a stunning visual display that mimics playful dolphins leaping through the waves.
The string of Dolphins (Senecio peregrinus) is a species of trailing succulents in the Asteraceae family. It’s a charming hybrid of ‘String of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) and ‘Candle plant’ (Senecio articulates).
Thanks to its lovely appearance, String of Dolphins quickly became a very trendy houseplant over the past few years. This succulent blooms in late spring with cinnamon-scented little white-pinkish flowers hanging in clusters.
The string of Dolphins is an incredible succulent with unique-looking curvy blue-green leaves shaped like jumping dolphins.
String of Dolphins (Senecio peregrinus) - Specifications
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Season: Year-round indoor growth; outdoors in warm seasons
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USDA Zones: 9-11 (can be grown indoors in cooler zones)
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Height: Up to 12 inches (30 cm) with trailing vines
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Bloom Season: Typically late summer to early fall
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Bloom Color: White to pale yellow (small star-shaped flowers)
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Environment: Prefers warm, dry conditions; suitable for indoors or protected outdoor spots
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Soil Type: Well-draining succulent or cactus mix
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Deer Resistant: Yes
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Latin Name: Senecio peregrinus
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Temperature: Optimal growth at 60-75°F (15-24°C); tolerates higher temperatures
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Average Germ Time: 14-21 days (for seeds; cuttings root faster)
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Light Required: Bright, indirect sunlight
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Moisture: Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings
