Plant Biographies
Concrete Leaf (Titanopsis Calcarea)
About Me!
Native to South Africa! I am an interesting looking succulent. My leaves are thick and covered in little bumps. In order to keep me healthy, put me in a bright and sunny window, and only water me when my soil dries completely.
| Other Names | Jewel Weed, Carpet Leaf, Sheep's Tongue |
| Country of Origin | South Africa |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Water | Keep soil moist, but do not overwater. Try using "Soak and dry" method. Allow soil to dry out between watering's. |
| Sunlight | Full sunlight |
| Soil | Well draining soil mixed with cactus soil and sand. |
| Temperature | 20-50F |
| Planting Zone | 9a-11b |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
Giant Jewel (Aloinopsis Malherbei)
About Me!
Native to South Africa! Similar to the Concrete Leaf Succulent, my leaves are rimmed in little white bumps. Expect to see bright yellow blooms during mid winter through spring.
| Other Names | n/a |
| Country of Origin | South Africa |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Water | Keep soil moist, but do not overwater. Try using "Soak and dry" method. Allow soil to dry out between watering's. |
| Sunlight | Full Sunlight |
| Soil | Well draining soil mixed with cactus soil and sand. |
| Temperature | 25-50F |
| Planting Zone | 10a-11b |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
Lithops (Lithops Dinteri)
About Me!
Native South Africa! There is no other succulent quite like me. Slow growing with a very unique look, I make the perfect addition to any rock garden. I come in a large variety of colors to suit any plant arrangement. I thrive best when I am with other Lithops and or Split Rock succulents.
| Other Names | Living Stones, Flowering Stones |
| Country of Origin | South Africa |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Water | Keep soil moist, but do not overwater. Try using "Soak and dry" method. Allow soil to dry out between watering's. |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil | Well draining with a mix of cactus soil and sand |
| Temperature | 30-50F |
| Planting Zone | 10a-11b |
| Bloom Color | Golden Yellow |
Notocactus (Uebelmannianus)
About Me!
Native to South America! The Notocactus is one of the the largest species of cacti-succulents. I am moderately frost tolerant so I am okay to stay outside some mornings. My deep green color makes me perfect for decorative planter pot assortments, and in the spring I bloom gorgeous and bright pink blossoms.
| Other Names | Southern Cactus |
| Country of Origin | South America |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Water | Keep soil moist, but do not overwater. Try using "Soak and dry" method. Allow soil to dry out between watering's. |
| Sunlight | Medium to full sunlight |
| Soil | Well draining with a mix of cactus soil and sand |
| Temperature | 25-55F |
| Planting Zone | 9b-10b |
| Bloom Color | Bright pink with yellow center |
Royal Flush Split Rock (Pleiospilos Nelii)
About Me!
Native to South Africa! I will make a very unique addition to your succulent garden or window sill. I have thick egg shaped leaves that grow in pairs. I love being with other Split Rock succulents and lithops. I am sure to be the perfect addition to your perfect rock garden!
| Other Names | n/a |
| Country of Origin | South Africa |
| Maintenance Level | High |
| Water | Keep soil moist but not soaked, only water when top portion is fully dry. Avoid watering in winter and summer. |
| Sunlight | Full sun/bright indoor light |
| Soil | Well Draining Soil, mixture of cactus soil and sand |
| Temperature | 25-50F |
| Planting Zone | 9b-11b |
| Bloom Color | Pink with white center |
Sedum Hernandezii
About Me!
Native to Mexico, if you're looking for a plant to add interest that requires minimum TLC then I may just be the plant for you! My leaves are a gorgeous emerald green color and round in shape. I can thrive in very rigid conditions, so if there is a spot in your garden that gets a little too much sun, consider making it my new home!
| Other Names | Jelly Bean Sedum, Stonecrop |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Water | Keep soil moist, but do not overwater. Try using "Soak and dry" method. |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil | Well Draining Soil, mixture of cactus soil and sand |
| Temperature | 20-50F |
| Planting Zone | 9a-11b |
| Bloom Color | Star shaped yellow flowers bloom in winter and spring |
Split Rock (Pleiospilos Nelii)
About Me!
Native to South Africa! I will make a very unique addition to your succulent garden or window sill. I have thick egg-shaped leaves that grow in pairs. I love being planted in pots with other Split Rock succulents and Lithops. I am sure to be the perfect addition to your rock garden!
| Other Names | Cleft Stones, Mimicry Plant |
| Country of Origin | South Africa |
| Maintenance Level | High |
| Water | Keep soil moist but not soaked, only water when top portion is fully dry. Avoid watering in winter and summer. |
| Sunlight | Full sun/bright indoor light near window |
| Soil | Well Draining Soil, mixture of cactus soil and sand |
| Temperature | 30-50F |
| Planting Zone | 10A-11B |
| Bloom Color | Orange (Smells like coconut!) |