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Portulacaria afra
Elephant's Food
Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
Interesting succulent with irregular growth habit. Depending on pruning and cold, elephant's food can be grown as a groundcover or shrub to 12' tall and wide. Plants work very well in containers, and can be used indoors or outdoors. Drought tolerant, but
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover, Succulent
Height Range
6-12'
Width Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Lavender, Pink
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Modify your controller each season. In the rainy season turn it off.