{"product_id":"string-of-bananas-senecio-radicans","title":"String of Bananas - Senecio radicans","description":"\u003cp\u003eString of Bananas (\u003cem\u003eSenecio radicans\u003c\/em\u003e) is a trailing succulent with long stems of fleshy, banana shaped green leaves that hang about 1m from a basket or pot. It grows to around 30cm high, is very easy and very drought tolerant, and suits anyone who wants houseplants but never remembers to water. Like other senecios it is toxic if eaten, so keep it out of reach of children, cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBanana shaped leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fleshy leaves like tiny green bananas hang in long strings, slightly longer and thinner than those of String of Beans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA window in every leaf.\u003c\/strong\u003e A darker strip, or window, lets light in, which allows the plant to grow in some shade as well as sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard to kill.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is very drought tolerant, which suits busy people and forgetful waterers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade to hang.\u003c\/strong\u003e The stems trail to about 1m, so it looks best in a hanging basket, on a high shelf or spilling from a pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant suits a 25cm basket. Hang it where the stems can hang freely and out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors on a bright shelf.\u003c\/strong\u003e It makes a fun indoor plant, as long as it gets sun for at least part of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free climates it can live outdoors in a sheltered, bright spot such as a covered balcony or verandah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing String of Bananas in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a sunny position for at least part of the day. It suits tropical and subtropical gardens, in a sheltered spot, but it is frost tender. In cooler districts, grow it indoors or under cover over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil or a succulent potting mix. In a pot, keep the drainage holes clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Once established, water only when the soil is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim long stems when they get untidy. The plant needs no regular pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell String of Bananas as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. Tubes are a good start for a basket you will fill over time, and the 200mm pots arrive with more trailing growth. Plant promptly in free draining mix and water it in.\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\"\u003eBrowse succulents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs String of Bananas safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Like other senecios it is toxic if eaten, to people and pets alike. Grow it high up, out of reach of cats, dogs and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater until established, then only when the soil is dry. It stores water in its leaves and is very drought tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it live outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tropical and subtropical gardens, in a sheltered spot, yes. It is frost tender, so in cooler districts keep it indoors or under cover in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789637255487,"sku":"SEN-RAD-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67789637321023,"sku":"SEN-RAD-200MM-P6","price":382.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/string-of-bananas-senecio-radicans.jpg?v=1792192213","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/string-of-bananas-senecio-radicans","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}