About
A compact stemless succulent forming a cluster of erect, oblong grey-green leaves, with daisy-like white-centred, carmine-red flowers to 20cm across, in late winter.
About the genus
Frithia are low-growing evergreen succulent perennials with erect, club-shaped leaves with a clear window at the apex, and solitary, daisy-like red to purple flowers in late winter
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse, Cactus Succulent, Houseplants
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants
Native toSouth Africa
Care notes
CultivationGrow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light, with good ventilation. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a low nitrogen liquid fertilizer. Keep dry in the winter
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown at 19 - 25°C in early spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free