{"product_id":"cotyledon-ladysmithiensis-variegata","title":"Cotyledon ladysmithiensis ‘Variegata’ | Bear Paw Succulent","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCotyledon ladysmithiensis ‘Variegata’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beautiful succulent with chunky, softly textured leaves in shades of green, cream and sometimes pink. Her leaves have a lovely rounded shape and slightly furry appearance, giving her plenty of character. Like most succulents, she’s happiest with lots of light and not too much water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive her plenty of bright light. She can enjoy several hours of direct sunshine, particularly gentle morning or evening sun. A very bright windowsill is ideal. If she doesn't get enough light, she may become stretched and lose her compact shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet the compost dry out completely between waterings. When it's dry, give her a good drink and allow the excess water to drain away. During autumn and winter, water much less frequently as growth slows. Overwatering is one of the quickest ways to cause problems with succulents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormal household temperatures are fine, ideally around 15–25°C. She doesn't need high humidity and will actually prefer good airflow and a relatively dry environment. Protect her from frost and very cold temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a free-draining cactus and succulent compost, ideally with plenty of grit, perlite or pumice. A pot with drainage holes is essential. Avoid oversized pots, as they can hold onto moisture for too long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✂️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove any dead or damaged leaves as needed. You can also trim back leggy growth to encourage a more compact shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe key to keeping her happy is lots of light and a light touch with the watering can. Her variegated foliage may be slower growing than a fully green plant, so don't worry if she takes her time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Pet Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCotyledon species are considered toxic if eaten, so keep her away from pets and children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 8.5cm nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66096723427677,"sku":"7991274671009","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/1919\/3181\/files\/IMG-8501.jpg?v=1790861760","url":"https:\/\/greenka.uk\/products\/cotyledon-ladysmithiensis-variegata","provider":"Greenka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}