Plant Care Bluebean

Bluebean

Taxonomy

Graptopetalum pachyphyllum
Graptopetalum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Bluebean

💦 Water

How often to water your Bluebean

Water needs for Bluebean
0.5 cups
every 12

Bluebean needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 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.

Calculate water needs of Bluebean

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Bluebean in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Bluebean: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Bluebean love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Bluebean does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Bluebean

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Bluebean: 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 Bluebean after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Bluebean thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Bluebean Water Frequency →

Bluebean Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Bluebean 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 🏡.

Bluebean Light Requirements →

Bluebean Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

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💨 Humidity

Bluebean 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.

Bluebean Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Bluebean 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 Bluebean →

When and How to Successfully Repot Bluebean →


💩 Fertilizer

Bluebean 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 Bluebean →


❄️ Dormancy

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


🌎 Native Region

Bluebean is native to Mexico and Arizona.


🌸 Flowers

Bluebean produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.

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🧐 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.


Care Summary for Bluebean

Bluebean

Bluebean


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 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.

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