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San Diego Dudleya

Dudleya Edulis

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Overview

The San Diego Dudleya, or Dudleya edulis, is a resilient succulent perfect for xeriscaping in Zones 9-11. Its rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves reach up to 6 inches wide. Come spring, it flaunts stems of 10 to 18 inches topped with small white flowers. This drought-tolerant native requires well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade, minimal water post-establishment, and is an alluring addition to any water-wise garden.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 9–10
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — The San Diego Dudleya, or Dudleya edulis, is a resilient succulent perfect for xeriscaping in Zones 9-11
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — which can be prominently displayed when planted on a slope or in well-draining containersSan Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — In late spring to early summerSan Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — star-shaped white to ivory flowersSan Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — adding an alluring contrast against the foliage.<br><br>For optimal growthSan Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — Dudleya edulis requires a sunny exposure and well-drained soilSan Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — The plant's ability to cope with rocky+61

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Crassulaceae

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San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — it serves as a habitat-friendly option for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies; come spring, it flaunts stems
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — which can be prominently displayed when planted on a slope or in well-draining containers
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — In late spring to early summer
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — star-shaped white to ivory flowers
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — adding an alluring contrast against the foliage.<br><br>For optimal growth
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — Dudleya edulis requires a sunny exposure and well-drained soil
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — The plant's ability to cope with rocky
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — nutrient-poor soils makes it an exemplary candidate for challenging sites
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — as well as a low maintenance addition for water-wise gardens
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — Conveying both visual interest and ecological practicality
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — it serves as a habitat-friendly option for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — yellow flowers in the garden
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — succulent with yellow blooms
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — succulent for full or half
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — The San Diego Dudleya, or Dudleya edulis, is a resilient succulent perfect for xeriscaping in Zones 9-11; this
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — Its rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves reach up to 6 inches wide; with a rosette spread of around 6 inches
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — Come spring, it flaunts stems of 10 to 18 inches topped with small white flowers; adding an alluring contrast against the
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — This drought-tolerant native requires well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade; yellow flowers in the
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — minimal water post-establishment, image 32
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — and is an alluring addition to any water-wise garden; spatulate leaves that form dense
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — scientifically dubbed Dudleya edulis; dudleya edulis requires a sunny exposure and well-drained soil
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — is an evergreen perennial succulent native to the coastal regions of Southern California; succulent with yellow blooms
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11; and is an alluring addition to any water-wise garden
San Diego Dudleya (Dudleya Edulis) — Mature plants typically reach heights of about 4 to 8 inches; emanating a glaucous green to pale gray appearance

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