Senecio Mandraliscae Blue Chalksticks

Blue Chalksticks (now Curio talinoides var. mandraliscae): The blue foliage has an outstanding quality of color that is matched by few plants. Long, curved 3. 0" - 4. 0" leaves give this plant a marine look. The foliage also has a powdery coating of farina (epicuticular wax). It makes a good contrast against other succulents in the garden and is an excellent ground cover. It is commonly used in landscaping projects in Mediterranean climates, but also makes a colorful addition to indoor arrangements near a sunny window. Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fu