Succulents – Zulu Giant

Zulu Giant 

Botanical name: ceropegia gigantea 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: can reach 1ft in height and in spread if grown in tropical or indoor environments 

Hardy zone: zones 10-13 

Growth rate: grows a few inches per year if grown in tropical or indoor environments

Foliage color: green/blue/brown 

Flower color: yellow, pink, white, purple, brown

Bloom time:  summer, fall 

Pruning instructions:  deadhead withered foliage and blooms as needed 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: succulent garden, container plant, porch accent, hanging basket 

Special features:  drought tolerant, heat tolerant, large blooms 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the soil to mostly dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : optional cactus and succulent fertilizer feeding once a year in the spring 

Best time to plant: spring

Best type of soil: sand, loam 

Companion plants: sedum, aloe vera, jade plant

Toxicity level: mildly toxic to humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no