Succulent – Dorotheanthus Mezoo
Dorotheanthus Mezoo
Botanical name: aptenia cordifolia
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: up to 5 inches in height and 15 inches in spread
Hardy zone: zones 10-12
Foliage color: green, yellow, white
Flower color: pink, red
Bloom time: spring, summer
Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season
Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and withered foliage as needed
Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing
Landscape use: succulent garden, container plant, hanging basket
Special features: trailing growth habit, variegated foliage, drought tolerant
Light needs: 4-6 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the soil to mostly dry out between watering sessions
Best time to plant: spring, summer
Best type of soil: sand, loam
Companion plants: sedum, hens and chicks, jade plant
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and petsÂ
Invasive species: no
