Description
🍃 Cotyledon Red Edge – Pig’s Ears
A bold, easy‑care succulent with striking red‑edged leaves
Cotyledon Red Edge, commonly known as Pig’s Ears, is a hardy, eye‑catching succulent prized for its thick, paddle‑shaped leaves outlined with a distinctive red margin. This colour intensifies in full sun, giving the plant a vibrant, sculptural presence in any garden. Its drought tolerance, strong form, and reliable performance make it a favourite for both home gardeners and landscapers.
🌱 Key Features
- 🔴 Red‑Edged Leaves — Colour deepens beautifully in full sun.
- 🌿 Bold, Paddle‑Shaped Foliage — Adds structure and texture.
- 💧 Water‑Wise — Very drought tolerant once established.
- 🌞 Sun Loving — Thrives in bright, warm positions.
- 🪴 Versatile — Excellent in pots, borders, and rock gardens.
- 🌍 Hardy Succulent — Performs well in South African conditions.
🌿 Appearance & Growth Habit
Cotyledon Red Edge forms a neat, upright shrublet with thick, fleshy leaves coated in a soft powdery bloom. The red edging becomes more pronounced with increased sunlight. In summer, it produces tall stems topped with bell‑shaped orange‑red flowers that attract bees and pollinators. Mature plants typically reach 40–60 cm in height.
🏡 Ideal Uses in Landscaping
- 🌵 Rock gardens and gravel beds
- 🪴 Containers, bowls, and decorative pots
- 🌞 Full‑sun borders and feature plantings
- 🌾 Water‑wise and low‑maintenance gardens
- 🧱 Modern, minimalist, or architectural designs
🛠️ Care & Maintenance
- 🌞 Light: Full sun to light shade
- 🌱 Soil: Well‑drained, sandy or gritty mix
- 💧 Water: Low; allow soil to dry between watering
- ❄️ Frost: Protect from heavy frost
- ✂️ Maintenance: Remove spent flower stems and old leaves
Cotyledon Red Edge is a striking, resilient, and easy‑care succulent that brings colour, structure, and year‑round interest to any garden. Perfect for landscapers, collectors, and anyone wanting a bold, low‑maintenance plant.
