Photo by Cactus Jungle
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Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elkhorn'
Also Known As
- Elkhorn Pig's Ear
Plant type
shrub, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elkhorn' plant details
Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elkhorn' is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elkhorn'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elkhorn'
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elkhorn' plant
How to Grow Cotyledon orbiculata 'Elkhorn'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- bright shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3"-5"
Width: 9"-12"
- sun - bright shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 24"
- sun
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