About
Dudleya caespitosa is a compact, clump-forming succulent from coastal California producing tufted rosettes of fleshy, grey-green, strap-shaped leaves and tall flower scapes bearing small, yellow flowers in summer. A rewarding and drought-tolerant succulent for a hot, sunny, well-drained position.
About the genus
Dudleya are rosette-forming, succulent perennials from California and Baja California, formerly classified as Echeveria, with grey to glaucous, fleshy leaves arranged in basal rosettes and tall flower stems bearing clusters of small, urn-shaped flowers. Drought-tolerant and ornamental, they are grown in hot, sunny, well-drained positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in very well-drained, gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning needed. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceMealybugs and vine weevil may occur.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.