Rare and unusual perennial plants for the Mediterranean climate.


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Oscularia deltoides
(Lampranthus deltoides)

 

Scientific Name:

Oscularia deltoides

Common Name:

Deciduous vs. Evergreen

Evergreen

Perennial vs. Annual

Perennial

Shade vs. Sun

full sun to part shade

Height x Width
& How Stands

8-12" tall X 24-36"wide

Flower Color
& Bloom Time

clusters of pink flowers in spring

Zone

hardy to 15-20° F

Description, Notes

South African Native succulent ground cover in the Aizoaceae Family. Relatively tough and hardy succulent grown for its gorgeous blue/silver foliage and outrageous neon pink stems. Great on banks/slopes, or in mixed containers as a "creeper"; Fast grower which is quite capable of effective weed suppression; deer resistant; butterfly attractor; showy pink flowers blanket the plant in spring.




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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.

All plants are classified under USDA hardiness zones.

 

 

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