A bushy succulent shrub with cylindrical, fleshy reddish green leaves in summer glossy petaled deep purplish red flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers May to August. Full sun. Not hardy.
Drosanthemum hispidum
A bushy succulent shrub with cylindrical, fleshy reddish green leaves in summer glossy petaled deep purplish red flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Drosanthemum |
|---|---|
| Species | hispidum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | red, green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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