{"product_id":"pixie-beans-succulent-cotyledon-papillaris-pixie-beans","title":"Pixie Beans Succulent - Cotyledon papillaris 'Pixie Beans'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePixie Beans Succulent (\u003cem\u003eCotyledon papillaris\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pixie Beans') is a small, chubby succulent that grows in clusters of fat, round, blue-green leaves, each tipped with a light red edge. It stays about 5cm high and spreads to 20cm. Easy care and very drought tolerant once established, it suits pots, rockeries and bright indoor spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChubby little beans.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fat, round, blue-green leaves are tipped with a slender stripe of deep red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEach plant is different.\u003c\/strong\u003e The form varies, with some plants more blue-green, some more lemon-green, some compact and some more trailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is hardy and drought tolerant once established, and it forgives the occasional missed watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreads in all directions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stems radiate outward as the plant grows, and some carry flowers at the tips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall and versatile.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 5cm high it fits a shallow bowl, a windowsill pot or a pocket in a rockery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and bowls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it in a shallow terracotta bowl with a gritty mix, alone or among other succulents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it among stones, 20cm apart, where the drainage is sharp and the sun is bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e It does well in bright light on a sunny windowsill. A north-facing window gives the brightest light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pixie Beans Succulent in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright sunlight, and exposed locations are fine. Treat it as frost tender: in gardens with frost, grow it in a pot that can come under cover. It suits Mediterranean, warm temperate, subtropical and arid gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining, gritty soil. It is very happy in rocky, sandy ground, and in pots use a cactus and succulent mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water sparingly when the soil is dry to the touch, and reduce watering in winter when temperatures drop. Feed in the growing seasons with a slow release food for container plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning needed. Snip off any straggly stems if you want it more compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pixie Beans Succulent as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Plant it in a gritty mix, water it in, then leave it alone until the soil dries. Expect it to take its time before it starts to cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur tubes are supplied by our grower, so they are not always on hand. If the tube shows as sold out, the grower has none at the moment, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents-for-hot-climates\"\u003eSucculents for hot climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-world-of-succulents-a-must-have-guide-for-garden-lovers\"\u003eSucculent care tips and tricks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that suit pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants for bright rooms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 5cm high and up to 20cm wide. It is a small, slow plant, so it is a good fit for shallow bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater sparingly, only when the soil is dry to the touch, and less in winter. Overwatering is the common problem with succulents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Cotyledons contain compounds that can harm pets if eaten, so grow it out of reach of chewing cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790289797439,"sku":"COT-PAP-PIXIEB-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/pixie-beans-succulent-cotyledon-papillaris-pixie-beans.jpg?v=1792198104","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/pixie-beans-succulent-cotyledon-papillaris-pixie-beans","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}