A vigorous large rosette intergeneric hybrid in shifting shades of bronze, lilac and pinkish-purple with a soft bloom, easily offsetting into clusters. A showy, forgiving feature for pots and gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Succulent
- Mature size: 20 cm H × 30 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Fred Ives Graptoveria
Graptoveria 'Fred Ives' is a moderate-growing succulent in the Crassulaceae family. It reaches around 20 cm tall and 30 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen, purple-toned and silver-grey foliage. Yellow flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Fred Ives Graptoveria
Fred Ives Graptoveria suits arid and semi-arid, Mediterranean and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is a sought-after collector's plant.
Soil & planting
Fred Ives Graptoveria does best in sandy and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Fred Ives Graptoveria handles dry conditions well once established. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Fred Ives Graptoveria after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, maintenance is low maintenance.
Using Fred Ives Graptoveria in the garden
Fred Ives Graptoveria earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Fred Ives Graptoveria sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to very drought tolerant and arid and semi-arid climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Fred Ives Graptoveria
Plant Sale lists Fred Ives Graptoveria as potted plants. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
