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Pachyphytum glutinicaule

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-8"
  • W: 4"-8"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Pachyphytum glutinicaule plant details

Pachyphytum glutinicaule is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachyphytum glutinicaule

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachyphytum glutinicaule

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Don’t you just want to pinch these chubby leaves? Pachyphytum glutinicaule is just that…rounded, thick, teardrop-shaped foliage with a grey-blue color. The pointed leaves will flush out a rosy purple when happily stressed. Displays pink flowers on pink stalks. A small, slow-growing, low maintenance plant. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and container gardens. ‘Roundleaf’ is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Pachyphytum glutinicaule plant

How to Grow Pachyphytum glutinicaule

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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