Adromischus Species, Calico Hearts

Central Phoenix -- Adromischus triflorus does not seem to like the sun. Several plants I have tried have died a slow death; apparently t...Read Moreoo much sun. Two potted parts from the same plant, one getting full sun for about an hour in the afternoon and doing only moderately and the other in full shade doing quite well. I have one plant of this in the ground in a mostly shaded location with moderate water. It gets winter protection only from fallen deciduous leaves, and continues to okay, although it remains low and dense with small leaves.

I have not grown this plant. (many variations dependent upon growing conditions in habitat). It forms clusters that have thick, finger-li...Read Moreke silvery green tapered leaves. Some variations have deltoid leaves. Often the leaves have reddish speckles that tend to become more intense in bright light; however, sometimes the leaves are devoid of spots. Protect from frost (Minimum temperature To 32°F)

Note: Adromischus seeds are very small and seed propagation is rarely used. It is easily propagated by leaf cuttings. Twist off a leaf and permit it to dry out a couple of days, lay it on the soil and insert the stem end partially into the soil. The original leaf should not be removed until it has dried up. Try to keep the leaf somewhat upright so that the roots are able to grow downward. If grown in a container, bottom watering by immersing the container is recommended.

Pale blue-green fat succulent leaved low growing plant- good for pots or very open, neat xeriscape gardens (gets lost in crowded ones). ...Read MoreCan take more water than you would think without rotting, but recommend water carefully anyway.