Like most members of the Crassulaceae family, their leaves are a great attraction for pests, especially cochineal. Common problems for Bear’s Paw Succulent 1.
If you still want to try doing it, you first have to neatly twist the leaf off the plant and allow it to callous for a few days before placing it on some well-draining soil. However, doing this kind of method is quite difficult compared to “cuttings”. The best and easiest way to propagate a Bear's Paw is by its cuttings.Īnother way is to propagate it from a leaf. After the soil has lost its nutrients and needs to be replaced with fresh well-draining succulent soil. The best time to repot your bear paw is Spring which is at the beginning of the growing season. However, we recommend that it should be repotted every two to three years even if it still has room to grow. Repot it in a pot one size up when you notice the roots have filled the pot, or when they grow from the bottom of the pot. Repottingīears paw succulents do not need to be repotted very often. Generally, they love a bit of acidic soil with a pH of about 6 and do well in a pot that is just one size larger than the root system. You can either use a formulated soil for cacti and succulents or add perlite and coarse sand to ordinary potting soil. Give them a light balanced all-purpose water-soluble succulent fertilizer during this time.Ĭotyledon Tomentosa needs a well-draining soil mix since they are prone to root rot. However, in their active growth period that takes place during spring and summer, they need to be fed at least twice a month which is usually from the month of April to August. Soil & Fertilizer NeedsĬotyledon Tomentosa doesn’t need much attention when it comes to fertilization, especially in a very cold climate. Just give them a drink of at least once every other week so their soil will not completely dry out and your Bear’s Paw don’t shrivel. In the winter, the plants do not require much water as they become dormant. Soak the soil completely until the water cleared from the porosity in their pot, and remove the accumulated water from the saucer after it finishes draining. You can do this by supplying ¼ cup of water (for smaller paws) and one to 1 ½ cups of water (for large) paws at least once a week to keep them healthy.Īs for potted Bear’s Paw, it is only necessary to water them when the soil has completely dried. To be specific, give them regular deep watering during the summer season or when there is no rainfall. In watering, Cotyledon Tomentosa is likely similar to any other succulents - they love to have their roots to be soaked but must be allowed to dry out. It is also best to avoid feeding and watering them during this time. So if you are located in an area when the weather gets too cold, planting them in a container or pot where it can easily be carried indoors. Note that Cotyledon Tomentosa is not cold hardy as well and can easily die when the temperature drops below 30° F (-1° C). Preferably, a bright shaded spot where their little paws won’t get too much direct sunlight. So consider planting them in a slightly sandy, well-drained soil where water doesn’t collect after rain or irrigation.
Since Bear’s Paw is a very fragile plant, they can easily suffer from overwatering.
However, if you want to see your little paws together with your other succulents in the garden, you first need to find a place where it’s nice and shady. If you are thinking of having your Cotyledon Tomentosa as a house-plant, you need to place them near a south-facing window or in a bright place where the can enjoy at least six hours of indirect lights per day. So knowing how you can properly take care of them is a must.īelow are some tips on how you can properly care for your bear’s paw. Although Cotyledon tomentosa is fairly easy to take care of, their leaves are quite fragile. Bear’s paw has a low, shrub-like growing habitat that can reach over 30cm in height and usually produce a large orange bell-shaped flowers during spring.
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