Photo by Kara Nursery
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Anacampseros retusa ssp. lanuginosa
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 3"-6"
planting zones
- 9b-12
Anacampseros retusa ssp. lanuginosa plant details
Anacampseros retusa ssp. lanuginosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Anacampseros retusa ssp. lanuginosa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: anacampserotaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Anacampseros retusa ssp. lanuginosa
- 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
By: Kara Nursery
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How to Grow Anacampseros retusa ssp. lanuginosa
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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