Graptopetalum paraguayense
Ghost Plant
Description
Ghost plant is an unusually colored small succulent from Mexico with 3 to 6 inch wide rosettes. The range of color is part of the great charm of this plant. The color ranges from pale blue, light pink, to light purple. The plant multiplies rapidly and is easy to propogate. In spring, it has white flowers that have small red touches. It does well in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soil. Irrigate infrequently to occasionally although it does not like wet feet so good drainage is critical if watering regularly.
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Pink, Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical, Water Garden, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.