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    Lapidaria margaretae

    Also Known As

    • Kangaroo Rose
    • Karoo Rose

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 4"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

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    Lapidaria margaretae plant details

    Lapidaria margaretae is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and white foliage. In fall and winter orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Lapidaria margaretae

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: aizoaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue and white
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN tall
    Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in fall and winter
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, monocarpic, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Lapidaria margaretae

    USDA Zones: 9b - 11
    Sun exposure: bright shade
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Looks sculpted in Ivory with pinkish overtones. Beautiful form. A monotypic genus, originating from Southern Namibia and Northern Cape (South Africa). Beautiful bright orange flowers.

    By: Kara Nursery

    Gardening facts about Lapidaria margaretae plant

    How to Grow Lapidaria margaretae

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • low

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • white
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • orange
      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous

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