Tender Succulents


John 10:11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.


The following are the tender succulents that will be available for our 2008 season. If you are viewing this page for succulents suitable for containers, please also review the hardy sempervivim found on the Hardy Succulents page.

Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop'

This bushy plant has gorgeous, tightly packed, darkest purple leaf rosettes at the ends of narrow branches. Containers, beds, borders.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Aeonium arboreum Zwartkop

Aeonium haworthii 'Pinwheel'

In spring, creamy yellow flower spikes emerge from the center of the bright green rosettes. Unlike some Aeonium, this one produces offsets. Containers, specimen, beds, borders.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Aeonium haworthii Pinwheel

Aeonium 'Kiwi'

This low-growing, mound-forming succulent forms rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves that re uniquely colored. The rosettes are pale yellow in the center and become progressively more colorful in shade of chartreuse green to pink, until reaching the edges of the leaves, which are marked with red. Yellow flowers bloom from spring through fall, and new growth appears in the fall. When used in the landscape, plant in morning sun rather than afternoon. Rock gardens, mixed containers, landscape.

H: 06-12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Aeonium Kiwi

Crassula coccinea 'Campfire'

This exciting Stonecrop cultivar has striking coloration and an interesting form, two qualities that add up to planty of appeal. Landscaping, containers, houseplant.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula coccinea Campfire

Crassula 'Gollum'

Interesting small tree with heavy trunk and succulent tubular leaves with curved suction cup shaped tips. Excellent for indoor bonsai, trough or dish garden.

HxW: 12-24"x18-24", , 1/2 to Full Sun,

Crassula Gollum

Crassula muscosa

Although prized as a foliage plant, the Watch Chain Plant does produce small, inconspicuous flowers in late summer. It is a unique branching succulent from South Africa and provides great texture and filler for troughs and rock gardens.

HxW: 06-12"x06-12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula muscosa

Crassula muscosa pseudolycopodiodes

Looking like it came from the depths of the ocean instead of the parched regions of Africa, Princess Pine has a nicely spreading habit that displays well in smaller containers.

H: 06-12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula muscosa pseudolycopodiodes

Crassula ovata arborescens 'Baby Jade'

Jade Plants have been popular houseplants for more than 100 years. Our choice variety has glossy, round leaves lightly rimmed with red. If well fed and watered in summer, it will produce dense clusters of long-lasting, starry white flowers from fall through winter. Mixed dish containers, landscapes, beds, houseplant.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula ovata arborescens Baby Jade

Crassula ovata arborescens 'Large Jade'

While every plant has its admirers, Large Jade has rabidly devoted fans. A great specimem in warm climates, and a favorite houseplant everywhere. Containers, bonsia plants, mixed dish gardens, houseplant.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula ovata arborescens Large Jade

Crassula ovata 'Hobbit'

Hobbit is a distinctive character, with curled, tubular leaves that have a reddish tint. Color is strongest during short days and cool nights. The trunks of this shrubby plant become ghick with age and develop interesting stem patterns. In spring and late fall, pinkish white star-like flowers appears. Rock gardens, mixed containers, landscape. Upright.

H: 02-03"", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula ovata Hobbit

Crassula ovata 'Variegata'

A choice, rare variegated beauty in shades of pale green and creamy white. In warm-climate landscapes it can grow up to 9 feet tall. Clusters of pinkish white flowers bloom in winter. Houseplant, containers, landscapes.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula ovata Variegata

Crassula pellucida 'Purple'

A lovely shaped leaf is the highlight of this delightful Crassula. Rounded with a pointed tip, the leaf is a pleasant green and edged in magenta. Starry flowers add to its elegance. Containers, beds, borders.

H: 04", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula pellucida Purple

Crassula portulacca minor

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H: 04-06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula portulacca minor

Crassula radicans 'Large Red Carpet Stonecrop'

Crassula radicans are prostrate Crassula and are interesting multi-stem Stonecrops. Repeat bloomer, with palest yellow to white flowers appearing throughout the growing season. Good fall colors. 'Large' has dense, ovate leaves that crowd the upright stems. Lighter in color than 'Small' and with larger foliage. Containers, rock gardens, alpine gardens, houseplant.

H: 06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula radicans Large Red Carpet Stonecrop

Crassula radicans 'Small Red Carpet Stonecrop'

Crassula radicans are prostrate Crassula and are interesting multi-stem Stonecrops. Repeat bloomer, with palest yellow to white flowers appearing throughout the growing season. Good fall colors. 'Small' foliage is scarlet-edged and is more evenly spaced than its big brother. Containers, rock gardens, alpine gardens, houseplant.

H: 04", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula radicans Small Red Carpet Stonecrop

Crassula 'Springtime'

This one really is a beauty. Lovely clusters of starry, light pink flowers appear in winter and contrast nicely with the small, dense, mounded silver foliage. Slow growing. Houseplant, containers.

H: 05", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula Springtime

Crassula tetragona

Young plants resemble conifers and are perfect for mini landscapes and displays. Small clusters of soft orange to creamy white flowers appear in summer. Stunning when grown in groups. Bonsai plant, containers, houseplant.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Crassula tetragona

Echevaria 'Silver Spoons'

A unique Mexican Hen & Chicks with blush white cupped leaves. Great for trough!

HxW: 06"x06", , 1/2 to Full Sun,

Echevaria Silver Spoons

Echevaria x hybrida 'The Rose'

Thick sculptured leaves form a metallic ruffled 'Rose Blossom' up to 6" in diameter. Perfect specimen plant in the rock garden, or as a house plant. A collector's dream!

HxW: 06"x08", , 1/2 to Full Sun,

Echevaria x hybrida The Rose

Echeveria 'Deranosa'

Pale-green mounding rosette. Do not handle without protection. Sap is caustic. Do not let children handle. Keep away from pets.

H: 04-08", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Echeveria Deranosa

Echeveria 'Lola'

Pink tips and creased leaves highlight this silver-gray rosette. Do not handle without protection. Sap is caustic. Do not let children handle. Keep away from pets.

H: 04-08", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Echeveria Lola

Echeveria nodulosa

Exquisite red markings define the interior and edges of each leaf. This slow-growing succulent has rosettes that grow on branching stems 8 to 12 inches tall. Pinkish white flowers appear in spring. Rock gardens, mixed containers, dish gardens. Do not handle without protection. Sap is caustic. Do not let children handle. Keep away from pets.

H: 10-18", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Echeveria nodulosa

Echeveria 'Perle Von Nurnberg'

A high-value version of Hen and Chicks, Perle Von Nurnberg produces lovely rosettes that are glazed with translucent pink and purple highlights. Coral-colored flowers appear in spring. Containters, mixed dish gardens, rock gardens. Mounding. Do not handle without protection. Sap is caustic. Do not let children handle. Keep away from pets.

H: 04-06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Echeveria Perle Von Nurnberg

Echeveria rudolfhii 'Metallica'

Broad, metallic-blue leaves with red edges. Do not handle without protection. Sap is caustic. Do not let children handle. Keep away from pets.

H: 04-08", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Echeveria rudolfhii Metallica

Echeveria ruyoni

Mounding. Do not handle without protection. Sap is caustic. Do not let children handle. Keep away from pets.

H: 04-06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Echeveria ruyoni

Graptopetalum paraguayense

H: , , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Graptopetalum paraguayense

Graptoveria 'Debbi'

Mounding.

H: 04-06', , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Graptoveria Debbi

Kalanchoe 'Beharensis 'II'

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H: 06-08", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Kalanchoe Beharensis II

Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi 'Variegata'

H: , , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi Variegata

Kalanchoe pumila 'Silver Gray'

Leaves are tinted with a dusty rose and have toothed margins at the tips. Small, urn-shaped pink flowers appear in spring. Containers, beds, borders, mixed dish gardens.

H: 06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Kalanchoe pumila Silver Gray

Kalanchoe thrysiflora

Fleshy, paddle-like leaves form rosettes that resemble the shape of a clam shell. The leaves on this sun lover are light green and appear to be covered with a thick flour-like coating of dusty powder. From late winter into early spring, a single 2-3 foot stem bears clusters of sweetly fragrant, dark yellow, tubular flowers. Rock gardens, mixed containers, landscape.

H: 06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Kalanchoe thrysiflora

Kalanchoe tomentosa

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H: 06-08", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Kalanchoe tomentosa

Lampranthus blandus 'Pink Vygie'

A Daisy succulent may seem like a contradiction, but in fact Pink Vygie produces masses of Osteo-like pale, pale rose blooms. Vygies are showy, colorful, and extra tough South African natives, and PinkVygie is amoung the most spectacular. Rock gardens, mixed dish gardens.

H: 06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Lampranthus blandus Pink Vygie

Pachyphylum hookeri

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H: 04-06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Pachyphylum hookeri

Portulacaria afra 'Red Stem'

Similar to Baby Jade Crassula but with slightly dense leaves that reveal the attractive, maroon stems. Mixed dish gardens, containers, landscapes, beds, houseplant.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Portulacaria afra Red Stem

Portulacaria afra 'Variegata' (Elephant Bush)

This plant has small leaves gently variegated with light green and white strokes, making its dark stems stand out dramatically. Its sprawling habit and slow growth make it a good item for bonsai. Pots, baskets, mixed dish containers, beds, houseplants. Upright.

H: 06-16"', , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Portulacaria afra Variegata (Elephant Bush)

Sedeveria 'Hummelii'

Sedeveria is a hybrid genus of Sedum and Echeveria. Rounded, light green leaves form spiraling rosettes. Exotic looks. Containers, mixed dish gardens houseplant.

H: 06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Sedeveria Hummelii

Sedeveria 'Jet Beads'

Sedeveria is a hybrid genus of Sedum and Echeveria. Tiny, pointed, nearly black leaves line up along the short, spreading stems. Exotic looks. Containers, mixed dish gardens, houseplant.

H: 04", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Sedeveria Jet Beads

Sedum clavatum

This small plant has frosted green leaves that become tipped with pink when in bright light. Leaves form tight spirals as branches elongate, creating a thick rosette at the ends. This Mexican native does well in drought conditions. Pots, mixed dish containers, baskets, beds, houseplants.

H: 04-06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Sedum clavatum

Sedum hakonense 'Makino'

This tiny-leaved spreading groundcover typicaly forms a dense mat of silver and green tones. Makino grows to only 2 inches high and creeps to 12 inches wide or move. Rock gardens, dish gardens, mixed containers.

H: 02-03", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Sedum hakonense Makino

Sedum lineare 'Variegatum'

A superb garden palnt that forms a lush, evergreen mat of 1-inch long, narrow green leaves with white margins. Blooms infrequently, producing short panicles of yellow flowers. Slow growing. Goundcover, containers, handing baskets.

H: 04", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Sedum lineare Variegatum

Sedum nussbaumerianum

Cylindrical foliage that turns a magnificent coppertone color in the sun makes this succulent distinctive. Short-stemmed rosettes grow to 5 inches across, and lightly fragrant pure white flowers appear from January through April. Tender but will handle light frost Rock gardens, mixed containers, hanging baskets. Mounding.

H: 03-06', , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Sedum nussbaumerianum

Senecio jacobsenii

This glossy, round-edged, fleshy leaves of this plant overlap each other along thick stems. Showy, yellow to orange cushion-type flowers bloom in mid winter. Its cascading habit makes it an excellent item for baskets. Baskets, pots, mixed dish ccontainers, beds, houseplants.

H: 04-06", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Senecio jacobsenii

Senecio talinoids mandralis 'Blue'

Similar to Serpents, but with smaller, slightly thicker silvery leaves. Containers, beds, houseplant.

H: 12", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Senecio talinoids mandralis Blue

Senecio vitalis 'Serpents'

This succulent is a winner with its densely packed, narrow, blue-green leaves. It grows to about 18 inches and tolerates light shade to full sun. Containers, beds, houseplant.

H: 18", , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Senecio vitalis Serpents

Tradescantia silla 'Montana'

Semi-trailing.

H: 04-06', , 1/2 to Full Sun, Well drained

Tradescantia silla Montana


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