Overview

x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' is a plant with a columnar upright habit in the genus Graptosedum, part of the Crassulaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' is a cultivar of the Graptosedum genus, known for its columnar upright habit. This succulent can be either deciduous or evergreen and thrives in full sun or partial shade, suitable for all garden aspects and exposures. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H1a, it is best grown as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses. Interest in this cultivar is mainly during spring and summer, and it can be propagated by seed or offsets.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Graptosedum

Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
North, South, East, West-facing
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness
H1a

Plant details

x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' size, habit and characteristics

Habit
Columnar upright
Foliage
Deciduous, Evergreen
Suggested uses
Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink'

Propagation
Seed, Offsets
Pest resistance
Mealybugs, Aphids, Scale insects
Disease resistance
Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink'?

x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' need?

x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' hardy in the UK?

x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.

How do I propagate x Graptosedum 'Barton Pink'?

Seed, Offsets.