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    Ruschia marianae

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent, groundcover

    size

    • H: 24"-36"
    • W: 18"-48"

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

    Ruschia marianae plant details

    Ruschia marianae is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ruschia marianae

    Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
    Plant family: aizoaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 18 IN - 48 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ruschia marianae

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Hot pink flowers that are very showy. Each flower is a 2” wide & consists of many glossy delicate petals. A very nice succulent ground cover from South Africa. The foliage is a nice blue-green & can develop a reddish hue in the sun. Named after Marian Marloth, the wife of a South African botanist, Dr. Rudolf Marloth.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Ruschia marianae plant

    How to Grow Ruschia marianae

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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