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Carpobrotus sp. Ex. Las Cruces, NM

Also Known As

  • Hottentot plant
  • Ice Plant
  • Pigface

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Carpobrotus sp. Ex. Las Cruces, NM plant details

Carpobrotus sp. Ex. Las Cruces, NM is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carpobrotus sp. Ex. Las Cruces, NM

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: firescaping/fire wise

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carpobrotus sp. Ex. Las Cruces, NM

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vigorous spreading plant with big fleshy leaves. From a Las Cruces garden, hardy to 10 °F in dry winter climates.

Gardening facts about Carpobrotus sp. Ex. Las Cruces, NM plant

How to Grow Carpobrotus sp. Ex. Las Cruces, NM

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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