{"product_id":"malephora-crocea-var-purpureo-crocea-copia","title":"Malephora crocea var. purpureo-crocea - Flatpot","description":"\u003cp\u003eMalephora crocea var. purpureo-crocea is a succulent plant, one of those commonly and incorrectly referred to as \u003cstrong\u003efat plants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalephora crocea is a \u003cstrong\u003enon-trampling evergreen groundcover\u003c\/strong\u003e with fleshy blue-green foliage. It forms a very dense groundcover whose stems root upon contact with the soil. In spring, it produces flowers in rich shades ranging from purplish-red to orange. Flowering continues until midsummer, then resumes in early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant requires little water and is highly drought-tolerant. Thanks to its excellent salt tolerance, Malephora crocea is ideal for coastal gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCHARACTERISTICS OF MALEPHORA CROCEA VAR. PURPUREO-CROCEA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalephora crocea var. purpureo-crocea is a low-growing, creeping succulent that forms dense, compact mats. Its fleshy, bright green leaves store water, making the plant highly drought-tolerant. During spring and summer, this variety is covered with daisy-like flowers in vibrant shades ranging from yellow-orange to purple, creating a spectacular display of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis succulent is extremely hardy and resilient: it grows well in sandy, gravelly or rocky soils and tolerates saline conditions, making it ideal for coastal gardens. Malephora crocea is perfect for covering slopes, borders or rock gardens, adding a natural and decorative touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePLANTING AND MAINTENANCE OF MALEPHORA CROCEA VAR. PURPUREO-CROCEA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalephora crocea var. purpureo-crocea adapts easily to various types of soil, provided they are well-drained. It thrives in full sun, where it can fully express its abundant flowering and the beauty of its succulent foliage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter planting, water moderately during the first few months to help it establish. Once established, the plant requires very little water and is highly drought-tolerant. It does not need regular pruning, but any dead parts can be removed to keep it tidy. Its vigorous growth and hardiness make it perfect for anyone seeking a low-maintenance garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalephora crocea var. purpureo-crocea pairs beautifully with xerophytic and Mediterranean plants to create harmonious, resilient arrangements. For a striking visual effect, combine it with ornamental grasses such as \u003cstrong\u003eStipa tenuissima\u003c\/strong\u003e or plants with silvery foliage such as \u003cstrong\u003eSantolina chamaecyparissus\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eHelichrysum italicum\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a contrasting display of flowers and colours, combine this variety with \u003cstrong\u003eDelosperma cooperi\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eLampranthus aurantiacus\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a vibrant, eye-catching mix. Thanks to its tolerance of heat and drought, it is also ideal for filling spaces between rocks in rock gardens or covering sun-exposed slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\" width=\"100%\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlatPot Ø50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAizoaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSucculent, groundcover\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlue-green, evergreen\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDark red, purplish-red, orange, yellow\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlowering period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApril, May, June, July, September, October\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrost tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBetween -5°C and -10°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrought tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModerate\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSalt tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaximum height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e20 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8708%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right; width: 64.7601%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"BotanicalDryGarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53804914344262,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0458\/0727\/2104\/files\/Malephoracroceavar.purpureo-crocea_flatpot_R50.png?v=1736429297","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicaldrygarden.com\/en\/products\/malephora-crocea-var-purpureo-crocea-copia","provider":"BotanicalDryGarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}