Ghost Plant 'Blue'
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Graptopetalum paraguayense
Ghost Plant is a type of succulent that belongs to the jade family and is native to Mexico. Its fleshy leaves form a rosette of 3-6 inches in diameter at the tips of its stems. The leaves are whitish-green but become pink-tinged in hot and dry weather and bluish in partial shade. The plant can grow up to 1 foot tall and 2-3 feet wide. As the stems grow, they become pendulous and cascade over a pot or stones, making the plant look aesthetically pleasing. The plant can also be pruned to achieve a bushier look. In spring, the plant forms clusters of tiny star-shaped flowers that are white with small red dots.
Ghost plants can grow in full sun or partial shade but require well-drained soil and are drought-tolerant once established. They are low-maintenance and deer-resistant plants that can be used in rock gardens, containers, ground cover, or on the patio. If given protection, the plant can tolerate temperatures as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ghost plants can easily propagate by rooting leaves, division, or stem cuttings.
Height: 6”-12”
Spread 2’-3’
Bloom: April-June
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Low
Zone: 9, 10, 11
Origin: Mexico
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
