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Burro's tail

Burro's tail

Donkey's tail

DifficultyEasy
SeasonYear-round
SucculentsA perennial

Meaning

Staying power, something sweet

Strings of plump green beads that trail. In a hanging pot, it's charming.

Safe for cats and dogs. Any plant can still upset a pet’s stomach if they eat a lot, so keep it out of reach.

Light

Plenty of light

Water

Bone-dry, then water through

Temperature

10-28°C

Feed

Rarely needed

Do this when you get home

  1. Hang it by a sunny window
  2. Water only when it's bone-dry, in a gritty mix

Day to day

  • The leaves fall off at a touch. A fallen leaf on the soil can grow into a new plant.
  • In summer heat, hold back water and give it air

Common questions

A lot of leaves dropped?

Something bumped it, or it's thirsty. Be gentle when you move it.

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