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title: "I need some advice on my string of pearls. I can’t seem to get it…"
description: "I need some advice on my string of pearls. I can’t seem to get it right. It has been in my window, and on a watering schedule for a bit now. I just moved it…"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Maddie"
published: "2024-07-03T00:21:28.540094Z"
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# I need some advice on my string of pearls. I can’t seem to get it…

_Posted by Maddie on 2024-07-03_

I need some advice on my string of pearls. I can’t seem to get it right. It has been in my window, and on a watering schedule for a bit now. I just moved it under my grow light for 12 hours a day to make sure it was getting enough light, because since I got the light my other plants have been thriving. I’m not sure what to do, but any advice is appreciated! Thank you!!

## 5 comments

### Christine commented on 2024-07-03

If you’re following this app’s watering schedule, it’s possible it’s being overwatered. Always always always check your soil first. I use a bamboo skewer, and gently stick it to the bottom of the pot and for this particular plant, if it’s dry I water. The skewer has to be dry though. Hope this helps!

#### Maddie replied on 2024-07-03

Okay, I will definitely start to do this!! Thank you!!

### Cherrybergher commented on 2024-07-03

Treat it like a succulent. Lots of light and more infrequent watering. The grow light was a good plan.

### GingeredGarden commented on 2024-07-03

I’ve noticed this summer that planta is trying to get me to water everything more than I should. I’m snoozing notifications several times before the soil is actually dry enough to water. I would let your string of pearls dry out more before you water. I just moved mine to a grow light as well and it’s doing much better now

#### Maddie replied on 2024-07-03

Okay, thank you!! And good luck with yours!!

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