Fockea capensis is a climbing, twining succulent shrub native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is deciduous and thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers well-drained, neutral loam soil that remains dry and is hardy to UK zone H4. Suitable for container or indoor cultivation, it is best planted in a suitable position with watering during establishment. Propagation is by stem cuttings, and the plant is particularly interesting in spring and summer.

Fockea capensis is a hardy (RHS H4) container and indoor plant, thriving in full sun with interest in spring and summer.

Fockea is a genus of succulent scrubs native to Africa south of the equator. They are members of the Asclepiadoideae (milkweeds), a subfamily of the dogbane family Apocynaceae.

Fockea capensis

Fockea natalensis is a climbing, twining plant from the Apocynaceae family, known for its deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun and prefers a south-facing, sheltered position. This cultivar grows best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and dry moisture conditions. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for container or indoor cultivation. Propagation is typically by stem cuttings, and it is particularly attractive during the spring and summer seasons.

Fockea natalensis thrives in full sun, hardy to RHS H4, ideal as a container or indoor plant with spring and summer interest.