Plant Habit: | Shrub Cactus/Succulent |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F) |
Plant Height: | 12 - 30 inches |
Fruit: | Dehiscent |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Pink Red |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic Houseplant |
Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Offsets |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil With thorns/spines/prickles/teeth |
Awards and Recognitions: | RHS AGM |
Conservation status: | Least Concern (LC) |