Senecio Kilimanjaro (S) Tabitha

Tabitha’s survival guide

Tabitha is old. Like Bible old. You can tell by the silvery-grey leaves that she spouts. She’s not quite a silver fox. More a silver magpie. Tabitha remembers when things were different when milk cost just a few cents and a hard day’s work was something to be admired. She hates smartphones and how instant everything is. She met her late husband (rest his soul) at the market buying fresh tomatoes for supper. There was no tinder, bumble, or fondle (the last one doesn’t exist but Tabitha feels it could. Just sign up. And fondle one another).

What makes Tabitha so special

Tabitha is another entry in the senecio family, she’s not stringy like the others but she’s just as succulent. Tabithas are well versed to life in a nursing home container and at her age, growth still comes surprisingly fast (crazy right?), just give her ample sunlight. Morning sunlight really brightens her day. To provide the best environment, ensure her soil is always well drained and she’d appreciate it if you would repot her in some succulent mix soil. Root rot can become a serious issue if the soil is too wet!