Botanical Name: Senecio mandraliscae
Common Name: Blue chalk sticks Type of Plant: dicot: succulent Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape a low, somewhat shrubby plant with succulent leaves and branches spreading outward with upright tips to form a loose, open groundcover Height 6" to 18" Spread to 2' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoor full sun to partial shade in hot inland areas Soil prefers well-drained, sandy soils Hardiness some frost (zones 12, 13, 16, 17, 21-24) Morphology: Leaves very distinctive, cylindrical, blue-gray, fleshy, alternate or whorled, 3-4" long, curved and somewhat flattened on upper surface; leaves taper to a wedge-like point Flowers creamy white, small heads with disk flowers only, held well above foliage – summer months Fruit small achenes Propagation: stem cuttings throughout the year Usage: a very striking groundcover or border, valued for its blue-gray foliage and open growth habit; contrasts well with foliage color of other plants; best in warm, subtropical theme gardens, and containers Landscape Care: Watering little needed after establishment; prefers occasional deep soaking Fertilizing none required Pruning pinch or head back regularly to encourage density Pests/Diseases root rot in poorly drained soils Special Conditions/Other Origin: South Africa Family: Asteraceae Notes: |
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