Cotyledon orbiculata 'Higginsiae'

Also Known As

Cotyledon orbiculata (Higginsiae Group)
Cotyledon orbiculata var. higginsiae

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-15"
W: 8"-24"

planting zones

9b-12

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Cotyledon orbiculata 'Higginsiae' plant details

Cotyledon orbiculata 'Higginsiae' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, pink and white foliage. In summer and winter bronze, orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotyledon orbiculata 'Higginsiae'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, pink and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: bronze, orange, red and yellow blooms in summer and winter
Uses: container plant, desert garden, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotyledon orbiculata 'Higginsiae'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cotyledon orbiculata ‘Higginsiae’ is a branching, clump-forming succulent with chubby, oval, powdery grey leaves. The leaf margins may turn red when under stress. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Requires little water once established. Ideal in warm climate landscapes, rock gardens and container gardens, but is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!