Cotyledon Oblonga 2lt

Cotyledon Oblonga 2lt
Common Name: Oblong-leaved Cotyledon

Full Sun
Semi Shade
Wind Tolerant
Watering
Indigenous
Evergree

Cotyledon oblonga is a hardy, evergreen succulent shrublet native to South Africa, prized for its attractive foliage and drought tolerance.

Growth Habit: Compact, branching shrublet with thick, oblong, grey-green leaves sometimes edged in red.
Height & Spread: 30–60 cm tall, 40–80 cm wide.
Flowers: Clusters of tubular, orange to salmon-pink flowers appear in summer, attracting sunbirds and pollinators.
Position: Full sun to light shade.
Watering: Very low water requirements; extremely drought-tolerant once established.
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil. Avoid overwatering.
Uses: Excellent for rockeries, water-wise gardens, succulent beds, and container planting. Low-maintenance and frost-tolerant in mild climates.