ghost plant succulent flowers Ghost Plant 'Red' – Native Gardeners

ghost plant succulent flowers Ghost Plant 'Red' – Native GardenersGraptopetalum paraguayense Ghost plants, a lovely type of succulent from the jade family, are native to Mexico! These charming plants feature fleshy leaves that create a delightful rosette, typically measuring between 3 to 6 inches in diameter at the tips of their stems. Their leaves flaunt a lovely whitish green hue that turns a pretty pink tinged color in hot, dry weather and takes on a bluish tone in partial shade. With proper care, these plants

Graptopetalum paraguayense

Ghost plants, a lovely type of succulent from the jade family, are native to Mexico! These charming plants feature fleshy leaves that create a delightful rosette, typically measuring between 3 to 6 inches in diameter at the tips of their stems. Their leaves flaunt a lovely whitish-green hue that turns a pretty pink-tinged color in hot, dry weather and takes on a bluish tone in partial shade. With proper care, these plants can reach up to 1 foot tall and spread 2 to 3 feet wide. As they grow, the stems gracefully cascade over pots or stones, adding an elegant touch to any space. You can also prune them for a bushier appearance if that's your style. When spring arrives, ghost plants surprise us with clusters of tiny star-shaped flowers in pure white, adorned with delightful little red dots.

Ghost plants are versatile, thriving in full sun or partial shade, but they do need well-drained soil to keep them happy. Once established, they are drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making them perfect companions in rock gardens, containers, ground cover, or even patios. With the right protection, they can handle temperatures as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plus, if you want to grow more of these beauties, they can easily be propagated by rooting leaves, division, or stem cuttings.

Height: 6”-12”
Spread 2’-3’
Bloom: April-June
Light: Full Sun-Part Shade
Water: Low
Zone: 9-11
Origin: Mexico