Ruschia hamata

Also Known As

Ruschia cf. homata [DBG #189]

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

7a-11

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Ruschia hamata plant details

Ruschia hamata is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ruschia hamata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ruschia hamata

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From South Africa's interior cape, this shrubby little ice plant grows to only 8-10" in height, spreading to 2-3' in reasonable time, with quite small leaves and lavender flowers in at least one shot in mid-spring and sporadically later. Excellent for trough, container, or small-scale shrub in bright light and well-drained soil. Let dry in autumn to "harden off" for winter. Zone 5.