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Carpobrotus rossii

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Wantirna
B11, D6, Indoor
B9, C7
B9, C7
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Wantirna
B11, D6, Indoor
Size: 14cm
Available: 45
$/Unit (EX GST): $6.04 ex GST
$/Unit (INC GST): $6.64 inc GST
B9, C7
Size: 14cm
Available: 15
$/Unit (EX GST): $5.51 ex GST
$/Unit (INC GST): $6.06 inc GST
B9, C7
Size: 7cm
Available: 17
$/Unit (EX GST): $3.10 ex GST
$/Unit (INC GST): $3.41 inc GST
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Carpobrotus rossii Syn Mesembryanthemum rossii, Karkalla, Native Pigface,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Succulents & Cacti Mat Forming, Prostrate, Spreading

Description:
Prostrate native succulent perennial with thick leaves. Beautiful purple daisy like flowers with yellow centres in the warmer seasons. Great for coastal conditions - high salt tolerance good for erosion control. This plant hugs the ground as it roots from each node. Edible flowers and leaves. Gaining popularity in public spaces. Spreads up to approx. 2m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
<15cm 1-2m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy

Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Bird Attracting, Borders / Shrubbery, Bush Tucker, Coastal Garden, Embankment, Erosion Control, Fire Retardant, Groundcover, Habitat, Lawn Alternatives, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Park And Gardens, Playgrounds, Rain Gardens, Rockery, Roundabouts / Splitters, Tropical Garden, Verge, Container / Pot, Native Garden, Under Trees

Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser

Family Name: Origin:
Aizoaceae Australia

Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink, Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Autumn, Spring, Summer
Fruit: Yes

Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Moderate
Wind: High
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