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Oscularia deltoides
Deltoid-Leaved Dew Plant
Origin: Native South Africa (Western Cape).
| Family |
| Aizoaceae |
| Genus |
| Oscularia |
| Species |
| deltoides |
| Category |
| Perennials |
| USDA Hardiness Zone |
| 10b |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone |
| Requires cool season protection under glass. |
| RHS Hardiness Zone |
| H2 |
| Temperature (°C) |
| 2 - 4 |
| Temperature (°F) |
| 35 - 40 |
| Height |
| Up to 10 cm |
| Spread |
| Up to 0.5 m |
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Description and Growing Information
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| General Description |
| Oscularia deltoides is a mat-forming succulent perennial with toothed, grey-green foliage and daisy-like, magenta-coloured flowers. |
| Cultivation |
| Grow in a sheltered location, in full sun, well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. |
| Pests |
| Possible problems include: aphids and mealybugs. No serious diseases of note. |
| Notable Specimens |
| RHS Garden Rosemoor, North Devon, England. |
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