Graptopetalum rusbyi

Also Known As

Cotyledon rusbyi
Dudleya rusbyi
Echeveria rusbyi
Leather Petals
Leatherpetals

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4"
W: 4"

planting zones

9b-11

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Graptopetalum rusbyi plant details

Graptopetalum rusbyi is an evergreen cactus / succulent with purple foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Graptopetalum rusbyi

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen purple
Mature size: 4 IN wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: collectible, container plant, desert garden, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Graptopetalum rusbyi

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Echeveria rusbyi is a tender succulent sometimes knows as leatherpetals. It produces a very pretty display of nicely formed rosettes in tight colonies. The leaves are thick, cup-shaped and upward facing displaying dusty pinkish-browns to blue-greens. White to yellow star-shaped flowers with red banding emerge on tall stems. A tender evergreen perennial that requires well-drained soil and protection from frost and cold. Will happily occupy a windowsill during our Canadian winters.