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Blue Chalksticks

4.3 out of 5 (15 experiences)

Survivor

Fast grower

Also known as

Senecio serpens

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Curio repens

Genus

Curio

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

How to care for Blue Chalksticks

💦 Water

How often to water your Blue Chalksticks

Blue Chalksticks needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Blue Chalksticks in your home

Blue Chalksticks love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Blue Chalksticks does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Blue Chalksticks in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Blue Chalksticks

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Blue Chalksticks: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Blue Chalksticks after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Blue Chalksticks is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Blue Chalksticks →

Benefits of Growing Blue Chalksticks →

Common Blue Chalksticks Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Blue Chalksticks →

Outdoor Care Guide for Blue Chalksticks →

💦 Water Needs

Blue Chalksticks prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Blue Chalksticks Water Frequency →

Blue Chalksticks Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Blue Chalksticks requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Blue Chalksticks Light Requirements →

Blue Chalksticks Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Blue Chalksticks is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Blue Chalksticks is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

💨 Humidity

Blue Chalksticks prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Blue Chalksticks Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Blue Chalksticks is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Blue Chalksticks →

Best Pots for Blue Chalksticks →

When and How to Successfully Repot Blue Chalksticks →

What Are Healthy Blue Chalksticks Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Blue Chalksticks grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Blue Chalksticks →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Blue Chalksticks to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Blue Chalksticks is native to Southwestern Africa.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Blue Chalksticks bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Blue Chalksticks Flowers →

Is Blue Chalksticks an Annual Plant? →

Is Blue Chalksticks a Perennial Plant? →

Blue Chalksticks Pollination Guide →

Common Blue Chalksticks Flower Problems →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Blue Chalksticks has long, trailing foliage which makes them a great addition to a hanging planter. The newest growth will emerge from the tip of the stems.

Blue Chalksticks Lifecycle →

Blue Chalksticks Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Blue Chalksticks →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Blue Chalksticks can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Blue Chalksticks Temperature Tolerance →

Blue Chalksticks Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Blue Chalksticks →

When to Plant Blue Chalksticks →

How to Plant Blue Chalksticks →

Where to Plant Blue Chalksticks →

Winter Care for Blue Chalksticks →

Best Companion Plants for Blue Chalksticks →

Is Blue Chalksticks a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Blue Chalksticks can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Blue Chalksticks →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Common Bugs Affecting Blue Chalksticks →

What Eats Blue Chalksticks? →

Care Summary for Blue Chalksticks

Blue Chalksticks

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Survivor 8

Fast grower 8

Easy to propagate 4

Large, lush leaves 4

Browns easily 2

Blooms easily 2

@@El.oh.el

5 Plants

311 XP

10/29/2021

It doesn’t die easily, if it does just water it a little and it’s good

Easy to propagate

Survivor

Blue Chalksticks plant photo by @El.oh.el named Darwin on Greg, the plant care app.

@@JackieP484

5 Plants

66 XP

07/18/2021

grows rigorously!!

Fast grower

Survivor

Blue Chalksticks plant photo by @JackieP484 named Blueming on Greg, the plant care app.

@@miaa

0 Plants

483 XP

05/31/2021

This is a cutting from a larger plant I used to own, sadly it died from a mealybug infestation but this cutting thrived! It grew roots very quickly and seems to be bigger every time I look at it. It likes sunlight, and mine sits on a northwest-facing windowsill.

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Survivor

Large, lush leaves

Blue Chalksticks plant photo by @miaa named Robert Plant on Greg, the plant care app.

@@goblinboyyyy

15 Plants

259 XP

05/23/2021

s t i c k y e s

Large, lush leaves

Survivor

Blue Chalksticks plant photo by @goblinboyyyy named Cloony colon (arthritis anus) on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Keyshaj

0 Plants

1,547 XP

05/15/2021

I had three cuttings I let sit about a month before watering. They stayed pretty healthy but has no roots or growth. Finally decided to do a light watering and they all started rotting. They look nice though. Might be better when they have roots. 🤷🏽‍♀️

Browns easily