Aptenia Variegated Red (Dew Plant)

Aptenia Variegated Red (Dew Plant) 4″

• warm weather annual or a tender perennial
• hardiness zones 9-11 but can be overwintered
• thrives in full sun and partial shade
• tolerates high heat
• can be grown indoors in direct sunlight
• safe for pets
• needs well drained soil such as a cactus mix
• water regularly but do not overwater; water only when soil feels dry
• attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• do not overfertilize; may benefit from a light feeding occasionally
• fast growing
• spreads about 20-24 inches
• height about 6 inches
• very versatile; great plant for hanging baskets, window boxes, rock gardens, fairy gardens, mixed containers, strawberry pots, and as a ground cover