pig's ears
Cotyledon orbiculata
Description:
Gray, succulent leaves can be rounded or finger-shaped. Bell-shaped salmon-orange summer flowers; attracts hummingbirds and bees; foliage stands out in dry shade under trees; great for containers.
Native to:
South Africa
Plant Type:
Succulent
Height:
2 ft
Width:
2-4 ft
Flower Color:
Pink
Orange
Red
Bloom Period:
May-June
Wildlife Value:
Honey Bees
Hummingbirds
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Irrigation Needs:
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Very Low (deep watering once a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Deadhead spent flowers as desired.
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