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Aptenia cordifolia

Hearts And Flowers

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Herbaceous perennial with fleshy heart shaped leaves on succulent stems. Tiny solitary red flowers appear among leaves. Foliage is shiny and bright green. Groundcover. Salt tolerant. Great in containers or planters or a hanging basket. Full sun or light shade. Be careful not to overwater. Can die back with heavy frost. Will not tolerate foot traffic.

 

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust the water pressure of you irrigation system.

Spray sprinklers work best at 30 pounds per square inch (psi), and gear and impact rotor sprinklers at 40-60 psi.