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Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga
Chalk fingers
This striking succulent spreads slowly to form a dense carpet of silvery-gray finger-like foliage. The upright sturdy flower stems rise boldly 15-18" above the foliage. Clusters of bell-shaped salmon flowers dangle from the tip of the stem like an outrageously over-the-top candelabra!
Additional:
Native to South Africa.
Chalk fingers Growing and Maintenance Tips
Maintenance of this succulent is minimal and easy; just cut the flower stems off at the base when the flowers have died. If you need to reduce the width of the plant, cut back the stems as required.
Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga Characteristics
Attributes
- Clay tolerant
- Drought Tolerant
- Ground Cover
- Pet Friendly
- Wind resistant
- Low Maintenance
- Evergreen
- Heat Tolerant
Flower color
- Salmon
Growth habit (plant shape)
- Prostrate
Exposure
- Full sun - Coast
- Morning sun
- Light or dappled shade
Season of interest (flowering)
- Summer
Season of interest (foliage)
- Spring
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Your soil type
- Dry Soil
Critter resistance
- Deer resistant
Wildlife appeal
- Attracts hummingbirds
Suggested uses
- Swimming pool area
- Groundcover
- Firescaping
- Container
- Green roof
- Median strip
- Under CA native oaks