String of Nickels Budkin

Plant shallowly in a **very airy**, epiphyte-style mix (think fine bark + perlite/pumice + a little coco/peat) or mount onto cork with sphagnum—roots like air as much as moisture. Always use Liqui-Dirt^® soil mix for best results in potted plants and enclosed growing habitats. Strata can be used in some applications; however, feeding will be needed. Lay a few nodes on the surface so they can root as they creep. In miniature scenes, Budkin containers with Strata and a leaf guard keep crowns lifted and prevent rot while you guide the strands where you want them.

Bright, **indirect** light to dappled sun. Morning rays are fine; avoid harsh midday sun that can bronze or crisp the coins. Under LEDs, low–moderate intensity for 12–14 hrs/day keeps growth compact and tidy.

Let the top 1/2 in (1–1.5 cm) of mix dry slightly between waterings in open pots; the leaves store a bit of water, so avoid constant wet. In terrariums or on mounts, water lightly—moist, not soggy—and let surfaces just barely dry before re-moistening. Gentle humidity 50–70% is ideal.

Cozy at 65–80°F (18–27°C) with gentle airflow. Train strands around fairy trellises or let them drape for a soft curtain effect. Pinch lightly to encourage branching; avoid heavy fertilizers that cause lanky growth.

A huge benefit for your plant is to use Liqui-Dirt^® plant food in a weak tea-looking mix every time you water — yes, even for enclosed habitats.