Oscularia deltoides
deltoid-leaved dew plant
O. deltoides is a spreading succulent perennial with oblong, toothed, 3-angled grey-green leaves and daisy-like, bright magenta-pink flowers 1.5cm across, in summer and early autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Oscularia are small, succulent perennials with fleshy, often angled leaves and daisy-like flowers in various bright colours
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- South Africa (SW Cape)
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in cactus compost in full light. Water moderately from late spring to late summer and apply a low nitrogen liquid fertiliser every 4-6 weeks. Water sparingly at other times. Can be grown outdoors in summer but needs winter protection
Propagation
Propagate by seed at 19-24°C (66-75°F) in spring. Root sections of stem in spring and summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
Pruning
no pruning necessary
Pests
Diseases
Usually disease free
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