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Variegated Aptenia (Variegated Baby Sun Rose) - Pack of 2

Variegated Aptenia (Variegated Baby Sun Rose) - Pack of 2

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  • What You Will Receive: You will receive a pack of 2 healthy Variegated Aptenia starter plants, currently measuring 5-9 inches tall. These vigorous, well-rooted succulent plugs are shipped ready to plant, offering an instant solution for adding lush, trailing texture to your home or garden without the wait.

  • Stunning Cream & Green Contrast: Elevate your garden design with foliage that looks painted. The heart-shaped, fleshy leaves feature creamy white edges against a deep green center, creating a bright, variegated look. Small, neon-red daisy-like flowers bloom amidst the leaves, offering a pop of vibrant color that lasts from spring through fall.

  • The Ultimate "Spiller" & Cover: Solve your landscaping challenges effortlessly. As a vigorous trailer, this plant spills beautifully over the edges of hanging baskets and window boxes. In the ground, it acts as a dense, weed-suppressing mat, making it the perfect low-maintenance groundcover for rock gardens, slopes, and borders.

  • Pollinator Friendly Oasis: Bring your garden to life. The star-shaped blooms are rich in nectar, acting as a magnet for bees and butterflies. While you enjoy the cascading foliage, you’ll also be supporting your local ecosystem by providing a reliable food source for beneficial pollinators.

  • "Bulletproof" Drought Tolerance: Stop dragging the hose around. As a succulent, the Baby Sun Rose stores water in its leaves, making it highly resistant to drought and heat. It thrives in full sun and dry conditions where other delicate bedding plants fail, making it the ideal choice for xeriscaping and busy gardeners.

  • Care & Guarantee: Unpack immediately. Shipped bare-root/semi-bare root with moisture gel to ensure eco-friendly, safe travel. Succulents are tough; if leaves look slightly wrinkled upon arrival, a good drink will plump them right back up. We guarantee healthy arrival; please contact us with photos within 24 hours if issues arise.

  • Quick Care Tip: Plant in sandy, well-draining soil (cactus mix is great). Water thoroughly once, then allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.

  • Main Color: Green/White (Variegated Foliage), Red/Pink (Flowers)

  • Sun Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours) to Partial sun (4-6 hours)

  • Blooming Period: Spring to Fall (Year-round in warm zones)

  • Moisture Needs: Little to no watering (Allow to dry between waterings)

  • USDA Hardiness Zone Range: 9-11 (Perennial), 4-8 (Annual/Indoor)

  • Mature Height: In containers: 4-6 inches (Trails 2+ feet), In ground: 3-6 inches

  • Ideal Soil Type: Sandy soil, Loam soil, Cactus/Succulent mix, Well-draining

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