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title: "I’m trying to get better at caring for string of pearls, can someone…"
description: "I’m trying to get better at caring for string of pearls, can someone please tell me if this is ready to be watered or if I should wait longer?"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/vOLjreBcQ-OpqrHIhVSc4w/6teBKQNsm634PgMxt99fly"
community: "The Cactus & Succulent Circle"
author: "Sterling0230"
published: "2026-09-29T21:18:53.652831Z"
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# I’m trying to get better at caring for string of pearls, can someone…

_Posted by Sterling0230 on 2026-09-29_

I’m trying to get better at caring for string of pearls, can someone please tell me if this is ready to be watered or if I should wait longer?

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## 3 comments

### Phil commented on 2026-09-29

It needs water. I think this is maybe a little too far. They are hard to judge. If you look closely at the individual pearls, you will see a little “window”. When that “window” is closed, it time to water.

### Phil commented on 2026-09-29

I highly suggest a shallow pot and high grit succulent soil. Their roots are extremely shallow.

#### Sterling0230 replied on 2026-09-29

Thank you!

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