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    Phemeranthus calycinus

    Also Known As

    • Talinum calycinum
    • Rock Pink

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 2"
    • W: 2"

    planting zones

    • 4a-7b

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    Phemeranthus calycinus plant details

    Phemeranthus calycinus is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Phemeranthus calycinus

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: montiaceae, talinaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 IN wide, 2 IN tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: container plant, mass-planting

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Phemeranthus calycinus

    USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This delightful little plant is native to a wide range of the US. It prefers hot and dry, but tolerates a wide range of conditions. But for it's relatively small size, it gives a huge bang for the buck in large pink flowers every afternoon from early summer till fall.

    By: Specialty Ornamentals

    Gardening facts about Phemeranthus calycinus plant

    How to Grow Phemeranthus calycinus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Phemeranthus spinescens

    aka Talinum spinescens, Spiny Fameflower

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2"-6"

    Width: 3"-6"

    • sun
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Phemeranthus spinescens form by The Desert Northwest
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    Phemeranthus sediformis

    aka Talinum okanoganense, Okanogan Fameflower

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

    Zones

    7a-8b

    Size

    Height: 3"

    Width: 6"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional
    Photo of Phemeranthus sediformis flower by Arrowhead Alpines
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