This Graptopetalum is ideal for a hanging pot, as its rosettes are gorgeously cascading. If placed in direct sunlight, the foliage will take on a yellow-pink shade, but it will remain a bluish-grey hue when kept in the shade.
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Care and Propagation Information
The Ghost Plant is similar to an Echeveria, but has enough differences to be recognizable. To tell them apart, look for small yellow flowers which the Ghost Plant produces in the spring.
Watering
When caring for Graptopetalum, it is best to use the “soak and dry” approach to watering. Make sure the soil is dry between waterings to help prevent root rot and pests.
Be sure to grab our complimentary watering guide to learn how to identify if your succulents are receiving too much moisture and how to fix the problem.
Where to Plant
To cultivate Ghost Plant, it should be planted in soil that is able to drain well. It should be placed in a spot that gets full sunlight when grown outdoors, but if you plan to keep it indoors, it will most likely grow quickly.
Fertilizing
This succulent should be provided with nutrients at the start of its growing season in the early spring.
How to Propagate Graptopetalum paraguayense “Ghost Plant”
Ghost Plant can be quickly reproduced by taking cuttings or using pieces of leaves.
Leaves
To propagate Graptopetalum, carefully twist a leaf from the mother plant so that none of it remains on the stem. This will increase your chances of success.
Allow the leaf to sit and dry for a few days until the end is sealed and then place it in a pot with soil that drains easily. Only water the leaf when the soil is completely dry.
Ghost Plant is a great choice for novice gardeners as it sheds leaves and propagates itself, making it simple to propagate.
Cuttings
To propagate the Ghost plant, take a sharp, clean knife or pair of scissors and cut a piece of the plant just above a leaf on the stem. Let it dry for a couple of days before planting it in soil that drains well.
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Care and Propagation Information
General Care for Graptopetalum paraguayense “Ghost Plant”
The Ghost Plant is similar to an Echeveria, but has enough differences to be recognizable. To tell them apart, look for small yellow flowers which the Ghost Plant produces in the spring.
Watering
When caring for Graptopetalum, it is best to use the “soak and dry” approach to watering. Make sure the soil is dry between waterings to help prevent root rot and pests.
Be sure to grab our complimentary watering guide to learn how to identify if your succulents are receiving too much moisture and how to fix the problem.
Where to Plant
To cultivate Ghost Plant, it should be planted in soil that is able to drain well. It should be placed in a spot that gets full sunlight when grown outdoors, but if you plan to keep it indoors, it will most likely grow quickly.
Fertilizing
This succulent should be provided with nutrients at the start of its growing season in the early spring.
How to Propagate Graptopetalum paraguayense “Ghost Plant”
Ghost Plant can be quickly reproduced by taking cuttings or using pieces of leaves.
Leaves
To propagate Graptopetalum, carefully twist a leaf from the mother plant so that none of it remains on the stem. This will increase your chances of success.
Allow the leaf to sit and dry for a few days until the end is sealed and then place it in a pot with soil that drains easily. Only water the leaf when the soil is completely dry.
Ghost Plant is a great choice for novice gardeners as it sheds leaves and propagates itself, making it simple to propagate.
Cuttings
To propagate the Ghost plant, take a sharp, clean knife or pair of scissors and cut a piece of the plant just above a leaf on the stem. Let it dry for a couple of days before planting it in soil that drains well.
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Graptosedum ‘Ghosty’ is a succulent plant that has blue-green foliage with white tips.
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FAQ
How do you care for Graptopetalum paraguayense?
Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Ghost Plant’ grows best when exposed to bright, partial sunlight. A combination of light shade and full sun is preferable, but they can handle full sun provided they are gradually introduced to it to avoid sunburn.
How do you take care of a ghost plant?
Ghost Plants don’t usually require much water; you only need to water them when the soil is dry. These succulents are especially resilient to dry conditions, so you can wait until the leaves start to wrinkle a bit before adding water. Once you’ve watered the plant, make sure to wait until any excess liquid has drained away before returning it to its spot.
How do you care for a ghost plant indoors?
Ghost Plants are quite resilient to drought and don’t need to be watered frequently. Give them a thorough watering only when the soil has become completely dry. You will know when this happens when the leaves start to shrivel. After giving the plant a good drink, make sure to allow the excess water to drain away before returning the plant to its spot.
How big does a ghost plant get?
The object is between 6 and 12 inches in height.