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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!
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
- Wind resistant
- Evergreen
Growth habit (plant shape)
- Prostrate
Exposure
- Sunny all day - Coast
- Morning sun
- Light or dappled shade
Season of interest (flowering)
- Summer
Season of interest (foliage)
- Winter
- Summer
- Spring
- Fall
Critter resistance
- Deer resistant
Wildlife appeal
- Attracts hummingbirds
Suggested uses
- Under CA native oaks
- Container
- Median strip
- Firescaping
- Groundcover
- Green roof