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Dudleya attenuata

Also Known As

  • Tapertip Liveforever

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 8"-15"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Dudleya attenuata plant details

Dudleya attenuata is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dudleya attenuata

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dudleya attenuata

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Solitary, stemless 8" rosettes, powdery white in full sun. Hardy to 25 °F.

Gardening facts about Dudleya attenuata plant

How to Grow Dudleya attenuata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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