06/11/2026
String of Pearls going bald on top?
Don’t panic, it’s actually really common.
As a String of Pearls grows, the vines get longer and longer but the crown at the top can start to thin out if it isn’t getting enough light or too much water. The SOP will naturally put more energy into growing those trailing strands than filling in the top.
A few things that can help:
• Give it brighter light so the crown gets enough energy to produce new growth.
• Coil some of those long strands back onto the soil. The nodes will root and create a fuller pot.
• If your String of Pearls stays wet too long, try bottom watering. This lets the roots take up what they need while helping keep the crown drier.
A balding String of Pearls doesn’t mean it’s unhealthy. It just means it’s time for a little haircut and some strategic vine placement.
