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Pachyphytum longifolium

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"
  • W: 2'-5'

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Pachyphytum longifolium plant details

Pachyphytum longifolium is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachyphytum longifolium

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 0 - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachyphytum longifolium

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thick leaves, short stems. Mexican. Hardy to 20 °F.

Gardening facts about Pachyphytum longifolium plant

How to Grow Pachyphytum longifolium

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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