Curio repens / Mini Blue Chalk Sticks

About Curio repens / Mini Blue Chalk Sticks

Curio repens, commonly known as Mini Blue Chalk Sticks, exhibits a trailing growth habit with dense, powder-blue foliage, creating a visually appealing carpet. Typically ranging from 6 to 12 inches in height, this low-growing perennial is well-suited for arid and coastal environments, creating a cascading effect in containers or garden landscapes.

How to care for Curio repens / Mini Blue Chalk Sticks

Light: Curio repens need bright and direct sunlight for at least 6 hours a day. If grown indoors, place it near a south-facing window or under a grow light. If grown outdoors, protect it from intense afternoon sun in summer to prevent sunburn.

Soil: Curio repens prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. You can use a commercial succulent or cactus mix, or make your own by mixing equal parts of potting soil, coarse sand, and perlite or pumice. Avoid using soil that is too heavy or holds too much moisture, as this can cause root rot.

Water: Curio repens are drought-tolerant and does not need frequent watering. Water it only when the soil is completely dry, and then water thoroughly until the excess water drains out of the pot. Do not let the plant sit in water or soggy soil, as this can cause fungal diseases and rot. Reduce watering in winter, when the plant is dormant, and do not water at all if the plant is shedding its old leaves and growing new ones.

Fertilizer: Curio repens does not need much fertilizer, but you can apply a low-nitrogen plant food once a month during the growing season (spring and summer). You can also use a weak compost tea or a succulent plant food for container plants. Do not fertilize in winter, when the plant is resting.

Pruning: Curio repens does not need much pruning, but you can trim off any dead, damaged, or diseased leaves or stems. You can also cut back the plant in late summer, if it becomes too leggy or overgrown. Use clean and sharp scissors or pruning shears, and disinfect them before and after each use. You can use the cuttings to propagate new plants.

Propagation: Curio repens can be easily propagated by cuttings, leaves, offsets, or seeds. To propagate by cuttings, take a stem cutting of about 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm) long, and let it dry for a few days until a callus forms on the cut end. Then, plant it in moist and well-draining soil, and water it lightly. It should root in a few weeks.

More information

Primary color: grey-green
Secondary color: green-blue
Bloom color: white
Flower shape: bell-shape
Cold hardiness: zone 9b-11b (from 25F to 50F)
Product format: 2" pot
Suitability: balcony, Window, Garden
Propagation: stem cutting, leave cutting, offsets, or seeds

We pack all shipments by hand. 

We have many years of experience shipping live succulents and cactus plants. We pay close attention to packing and have developed an expert shipping method. All succulents are packed and protected with polypropylene cotton (this is a stuffing used for dolls). We find this is the most effective material for protecting live plants while in transit. It is important to us that you are able to Keep going and Keep growing without any stress about the quality of the product or packaging.

Shipping Speed

In general, it takes 3 to 10 days for plants to arrive after you place your order. All orders will be shipped out 48 hours after you place them. We ship the orders on work days(from Monday to Saturday) and all year round. In normal conditions, it will take 3-10 days for you to receive the package. Estimated shipping times are offered as needed.

HOLIDAYS: During weeks in which a holiday occurs - Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, etc. - shipping may be delayed until the following week.

EXTREME WEATHER NOTICE: The Next Gardener reserves the right to hold shipments during storms or periods of extreme heat or cold. This is to ensure your plant does not suffer while it is in transit.

Winter shipping

We insist on shipping succulents to our customers all year round. However due to the extreme winter weather, although we pack succulents with as much protective material as possible, plants are still at increased risk of frost on their way to colder areas. We highly recommend adding one 72-hour heat pack to your order or you can request a hold on the package until it warms up.

Please note that The Next Gardener is not responsible for packages that suffer cold damage without a heat pack. We cannot control the weather. Order at your own risk.

Hawaii, Alaska, and Other US Territories

Fortunately, shipping is available to Alaska, Guam, and other U.S. Territories. However, due to numerous factors beyond our control, including customs checks and shipping delays, free shipping to Hawaii and Puerto Rico is not an option. And we can not provide the 14-day quality guarantee for orders going to Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The buyer will assume all risk of damage when a delivery is delayed. We appreciate your understanding.

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