Lampranthus aureus [orange form]

Also Known As

Lampranthus aureus 'Orange Form'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

9a-11

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Lampranthus aureus [orange form] plant details

Lampranthus aureus [orange form] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lampranthus aureus [orange form]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, edging plant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lampranthus aureus [orange form]

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lampranthus aureus ‘Orange Form’ is a wonderfully vibrant succulent that combines well with lots of other plants. Dark shades makes an especially nice foil for the hot orange flowers. Try it with Nemophila ‘Penny Black’ or with the dark foliage of Angelica stricta ‘Purpurea’. For those of you truly brave gardening souls who aren’t afraid of the color police, try mixing it with some hot pink Eschscholzia ‘Rose Chiffon’. Wowy! Definitely a combo for the brave of heart! Flowers are 1.5” wide & cover the 2’ tall & wide plant in earliest Spring (Feb.-March). Definitely a wake up call for Spring!