Aptenia cordifolia

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Aptenia cordifolia

Red Apple Ice Plant, Aptenia

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

Aptenis is a herbaceous perennial ground cover with fleshy heart shaped leaves on succulent stems. Tiny, solitary red flowers appear among leaves. Foliage is shiny and bright green. It is salt tolerant and great in containers, planters or hanging baskets. It needs full sun or light shade. Be careful not to overwater. It can die back with heavy frost and will not tolerate foot traffic.

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Succulent

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Red, Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Tropical, Water Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.