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California Native Plant

Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga

Chalk Fingers

Plant photo of: Cotyledon orbiculata var. oblonga
Information by: Gold Rush Nursery        Photographer:

 

Description

This striking succulent spreads slowly to form a dense carpet of silvery-gray finger-like foliage. The upright sturdy flower stems rise boldly 15-18" above the foliage. Clusters of bell-shaped salmon flowers dangle from the tip of the stem like an outrageously over-the-top candelabra! The plant branches from ground level, forming large clumps. The leaves are silvery-white to pale grey-green. With its spiky shaped leaves and silver-green color, this cotyledon lends its texture, shape and color to many garden situations.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Orange

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.