Graptopetalum superbum
graptopetalum 'Superbum'
An evergreen, clump-forming, perennial succulent to around 20cm high with low-growing rosettes of silvery purple-pink succulent leaves which branch outwards. Star-shaped yellow-white flowers appear in spring
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White Yellow | Grey Silver Pink Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Grey Silver Pink Purple | |||
| Autumn | Grey Silver Pink Purple | |||
| Winter | Grey Silver Pink Purple |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Graptopetalum are succulent perennials forming rosettes of ovate or triangular leaves, with starry or bell-shaped flowers in small clusters in spring or summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Mexico
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow under glass in a peat-free, loam-based potting compost in full light. Water freely in spring and summer and apply a dilute low nitrogen liquid fertilzer monthly. Keep barely moist in autumn and winter
Propagation
Propagate by leaf cuttings or offsets. Leaf cuttings tend to be the most simple and effect method
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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