Ruschia indurata

Also Known As

Hard Ruschia

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

6a-8b

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Ruschia indurata plant details

Ruschia indurata is a groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in lean soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ruschia indurata

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ruschia indurata

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: lean

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A South African succulent that is surprising cold hardy. To only 6" tall with fleshy stems and tiny gray-blue leaves forming a prostrate mat to 2 ft wide. Lavender-purple, daisy-like flowers stand out in spring and belong. These need excellent drainage in sun with some summer water. A wonderful bright spot in rock gardens or over walls. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6.