Silver River™ Didelta carnosa
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8 - 12 Inches10 - 14 Inches12 - 24 Inches20cm - 30cm25cm - 36cm30cm - 61cmFeatures
For hot, arid, sunny conditions, you can rely upon Silver River™ didelta to deliver a rock-solid performance with little maintenance needed. It offers striking color contrast and terrific texture in combination with other heat and drought tolerant plants like Art & Sol™ Mangave, Whirlwind® Scaevola and Luscious® Lantana in landscapes. Didelta also works well as a spreading filler in hanging baskets and upright containers. Especially useful for water-conscious gardeners, this semi-succulent accent plant shines with its shimmering silver, velvety foliage all season.
Foliage InterestHeat TolerantDeadheading Not NecessaryCharacteristics
Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:ShortGarden Height:8 - 12 Inches 20cm - 30cmTrails Up To:8 Inches 20cmSpacing:10 - 14 Inches 25cm - 36cmSpread:12 - 24 Inches 30cm - 61cmFlower Shade:Grown for FoliageFoliage Colors:SilverFoliage Shade:Soft silverHabit:MoundedContainer Role:FillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Grown for FoliageHardiness Zones:8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:LowUses:ContainerUses:LandscapeUses Notes:Add interesting texture to containers or your landscape with this plant. In a container, this plant will play the role of a filler. In the landscape it can be used near the front of the border in well drained soils.
Maintenance Notes:These drought tolerant plants should be planted in well drained soils and would do well in sandier areas. Avoid overwatering and let the soil dry down a little in between waterings.
If your plant begins to look a bit tired or leggy, use a sharp pair of scissors or pruning shears to trim back the plant to maintain it's shape and promote new growth.
