Senecio Ficoides 7 cm pot
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Estimated to be delivered on 19/02/2022 – 22/02/2022
Estimated to be delivered on 19/02/2022 – 22/02/2022
About this Item
Curio ficoides (formerly Senecio ficoides), known as blue chalksticks, is a fast-growing, evergreen succulent shrub native to South Africa, reaching up to 1m high and 3m wide. It features striking, powdery blue-grey, fleshy leaves that are laterally flattened and erect. Ideal for dry gardens and pots, it requires full sun and well-draining soil.
Key Characteristics
- Appearance: A spreading shrub with brittle branches that can become woody at the base.
- Leaves: Succulent, erect, and blue-green with a waxy, powdery bloom (pruinose). They are notably flattened laterally, often creating a “knife-like” appearance with translucent lines on both sides.
- Flowers: Small white to pale yellow, disc-shaped flower heads (no ray florets) appear on branching, terminal inflorescences.
- Size: Typically grows 500–700 mm high, but can reach over 1 meter.
- Cultivars: The ‘Mount Everest’ (or Skyscraper) cultivar is a popular upright, columnar form used for structural, vertical gardening, often reaching 3-4 feet in height.
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Growing Conditions & Care
- Light: Thrives in full sun or bright, direct light.
- Soil: Requires well-draining soil, such as a sandy or succulent-specific potting mix.
- Watering: Drought-tolerant once established. Water only when the soil is completely dry to prevent rot.
- Hardiness: Generally hardy, but best suited for temperate to warm climates (Zones 10+).
- Propagation: Easily propagated from stem cuttings.
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