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Cistanthe grandiflora 'Violet Showers'
Also Known As
- Cistanthe spectabilis 'Violet Showers'
- Violet Cistanthe
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 1'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Cistanthe grandiflora 'Violet Showers' plant details
Cistanthe grandiflora 'Violet Showers' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cistanthe grandiflora 'Violet Showers'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: montiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 1 FT tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistanthe grandiflora 'Violet Showers'
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Soil needs: rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Cistanthe grandiflora 'Violet Showers'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - low
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