- Succulent With Striking Flowers
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light)
- Free Draining Potting Soil
- Mature Height 2 feet
Trailing succulents are the easiest plants to care for. Cliff Cotyledon Succulent (Cotyledon pendens) is one of these plants. The foliage is always interesting 12 months of the year, while the flowers are typically showstoppers when they appear. The frosty gray-green leaves stay plump and juicy all year round. In midsummer, the sunset-colored blooms explode at the tip of every branch.
Best Locations For Growing Cliff Cotyledon
Cliff Cotyledon needs a spot where its long branches can hang down. Planting it in a hanging basket is foolproof. Placing the pot on the edge of a tall bookcase or wide window sill will allow this succulent to be displayed in its full glory. It is not recommended to grow this plant in an area accessible to children and pets. All parts of this plant are poisonous.
Cliff Cotyledon Succulent Sunlight Requirements
Cotyledons need as much full sun exposure as possible. Indoors, that will mean a south- or southwest-facing window. The full sun helps this succulent maintain vibrant coloring and will encourage blooming. For most USDA growing zones, Cliff Cotyledon can be grown outdoors in the summer. Gradually harden the plant off by putting it in a semi-shaded spot for a few days before moving it into direct midday sun.
Cliff Cotyledon Care
Cotyledons are native to semi-arid areas of South Africa and thrive on low humidity and infrequent watering. Plant Cliff Cotyledon in fast-draining potting soil with perlite and sharp sand added. Cotyledon does not tolerate extremes in temperature. Temperatures below 50 degrees F will kill the plant, while temperatures over 85 F will send the plant into hibernation until the temperature cools. The leaves will change to shades of dusty pink and orange as the flowers form and bloom. This is normal and adds to the intrigue of Cliff Cotyledon.
Watering Cliff Cotyledon Succulent
Cliff Cotyledon requires different amounts of water as the seasons change. The spring and summer time is when this plant puts on the most growth and prepares to flower. Watering once a week will support the plant so that it will not need to use the moisture reserves in the leaves. Cliff Cotyledon dramatically slows growth in the fall and winter. Watering may only be necessary once or twice a month in winter, depending on the humidity in your home. Always empty saucers after watering, so the plant does not sit in water.
Feeding Cliff Cotyledon Succulent
Fertilizing with an Orchid feed once or twice during the primary growing season will help flowers to form. Liquid fertilizers are easy to use and can be applied once in spring and once after flowers form in the early summer.
Cliff Cotyledon Succulent Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Below Average - Let the soil dry completely, then, water deeply. |
| Pet Friendly: No |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Air Purifier: High |
| Habit: Trailing |
| Growth Rate: Fast |
| Mature Height: 2 feet |
| Mature Spread: 2 feet |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Shade/Description: Pink |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Whitish-Grey-Green |
| Temperature: 30° - 50°F (-1° - 10°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Cliff Cotyledon Succulent |
| Other Name(s): Cliff Cotyledon |
| Scientific Name: Cotyledon pendens |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Succ_Cliff.Cotyledon-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Summer
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