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BEAR'S PAW SUCCULENT CARE
01:19 Water
04:43 Lighting
07:44 Temperature
08:44 Soil
09:52 Fertilizer
10:16 Repotting
11:15 Pruning
12:03 Propagation
13:05 Cotyledon tomentosa variegata care
BEAR"S PAW PROBLEMS:
13:30 Bear's Paw Pests
14:49 Overwatered Bear's Paw
17:36 Bear's Paw Dropping Leaves
17:53 Cleaning Dirty Bear Paw Leaves
18:08 Bear Paw losing hair or Fuzz?
19: 03 Bear’s Paw Succulent Sticky
19:24 Bear Paw Round Leaves (no teeth developing)
19:46 Bear Paw Succulent Brown Stem (woody stem)
20:13 Toxicity
20:55 Something eating your succulent?
21:05 Mushrooms in soil
Cotyledon tomentosa is commonly referred to as Bear Paw succulent or Bear Paw cactus. This African native is a succulent shrublet with adorable, velvety leaves. Heights may reach 12-16 inches (30-70 cm) with a diameter of 12-20 inches (30-50 cm).
Like all tomentose plants, its leaves, flowers and stems are all covered with a down. Its fuzzy leaves have a toothed edge highlighted in red. These teeth are arranged in a neat row and vary in number between three and ten. Their chubby, ovate leaves truly resemble a bear's paw.
Bear Paw Succulent Care
Although Cotyledon tomentosa is pretty easy to grow, their leaves can be quite fragile. Therefore, knowing how to properly care for this beauty is a must. They make lovely houseplants and can be grown outdoors year round in certain climates. A summer dormant succulent that thrives with bright light and ample airflow.
Bear Paw Succulent Watering
Cotyledon tomentosa watering is similar to most succulents. They love to have their roots soaked, but must be allowed to dry out. Thankfully Bear’s Paw is one of the easiest to know when to water because of their cute paws.
Personally, I know when my Bear’s Paw is thirsty as its leaves become slightly squishy and start to lose that plump look. Leaves may also begin to curl inward; tops of the leaves get a little concave. Therefore, if leaves are looking thin and limp, and the soil is dry, it is probably time for a good drink.
However, if you are still unsure if your Bear’s Paw is thirsty, give their leaves a gentle squeeze. Leaves won't fall off at a slight touch, unless they're overwatered (or you're manhandling them). If they are all firm, then they do not need water. If they feel like celery you would throw out…like limp and rubbery…get that baby some water!
Typically this is anywhere from 2 weeks to a month for me in Southern California.
Another fool proof way of watering is to use a moisture meter. It takes all the guesswork out of watering. They are easy to use and are inexpensive. I use this one here.
If grown in a container, bottom watering is highly recommended. Typically, I will submerge about 3/4 of the pot in room temperature water. I set a timer for an hour to let the plant’s soil soak up the water. 15-30 min for smaller pots.
Golden Plant Rule #1: When in doubt, let it drought. Overwatering is much harder on Cotyledon tomentosa than underwatering, as it is easier to solve in time. Also, avoid giving small amounts of water at a time. A thorough soak will make your Bear Paw much happier. If any standing water remains in the pot’s saucer, be sure to dump it out.
Pro tip: Indoor plants will need less frequent watering. Place them in an area where they will not be touched because their paws are prone to falling off at the slightest of grazing.
Is it good to water plants with fish tank water?
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