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Pig's Ear

Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash'

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Overview

Ivory Shells (Cotyledon orbiculata 'Whitewash') is a compact succulent featuring fleshy, rounded, silvery leaves with a subtle white powdery coating. This drought-tolerant plant matures to about 12 inches in height and width, adorned by bell-shaped, coral blooms on tall stalks in the summer. Suitable for zones 9-11, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil, adding a striking texture to rock gardens and containers.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 9–10Climate Temperate
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — Ivory Shells (Cotyledon orbiculata 'Whitewash') is a compact succulent featuring fleshy
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — silvery leaves with a subtle white powdery coatingPig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — This drought-tolerant plant matures to about 12 inches in height and widthPig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — coral blooms on tall stalks in the summerPig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soilPig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — adding a striking texture to rock gardens and containersPig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — commonly referred to as Ivory Shells+19

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Crassulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — Ivory Shells (Cotyledon orbiculata 'Whitewash') is a compact succulent featuring fleshy
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — silvery leaves with a subtle white powdery coating
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — This drought-tolerant plant matures to about 12 inches in height and width
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — coral blooms on tall stalks in the summer
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — adding a striking texture to rock gardens and containers
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — commonly referred to as Ivory Shells
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — is an exquisite succulent that offers a distinctive aesthetic to any landscape design
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — This variation of Cotyledon orbiculata is cherished for its pale
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — fleshy leaves that form a rosette-style arrangement
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — Ideal for clients seeking a low-maintenance but visually striking element in their garden
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — Ivory Shells typically reaches a height of 18 to 24 inches with a similar spread
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — making it a manageable yet noticeable feature.<br><br>Its leaves
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — which can grow up to 3 to 5 inches long
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — are adorned with a powdery bloom or 'farina' that gives them a whitewashed appearance
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — the edges of the leaves may exhibit a faint pink blush
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — especially when stressed by the sun
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — From late winter to spring
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — expect to see coral to salmon-colored bell-shaped flowers on long stems
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — which provide a lovely contrast with the pale foliage.<br><br>Ivory Shells prefer full sun to partial shade
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — thriving in well-drained soil
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — As a drought-tolerant plant
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — it requires minimal watering once established
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — which is ideal for water-wise gardens

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