Southern New England Exotic Plant Group
Headquarters at the Roger Williams Park
Greenhouse, Providence, RI |
SUCCULENTS
(note click on image to see a high definition photo) |
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Aloe
striatula
Pawtucket, RI
This Aloe has proved to be hardy here in Pawtucket, RI during the
1999-2000 winter. The above ground portion of the plant dies when
temperatures drop below 20F, but new shoots emerge from the ground surface
in late March to produce a wonderful specimen for a rock garden. |
Delosperma
sp. "alba"
Pawtucket, RI
The Delosperma species are just fantastic plants and should be used more
often in our location. Most Delosperma's have proven not to be hardy
here, but act as a fantastic annual. This species has very succulent
leaves and an abundant flowering season from late spring to
November. This one is hardy to 20F. |
Agave
lophantha
Pawtucket, RI
Some Agaves are hardy here in Southern New England. When
planting, you must ensure the soil is very well draining and they are
placed in a very sunny location. Watch out for the sharp spines! |
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Delosperma
lydenburgense
Pawtucket, RI
Here's another great "annual" succulent for Southern New
England. It blooms continuously for months with 1-1/2" purple
flowers, and its hardy to 20F, so the flowers continue well into November. |
Yucca
harrimaniae
Pawtucket, RI
This is a dwarf Yucca native to Utah. The short leaves are very
rigid and form a symmetrical ball. Plants are very hardy, but good
drainage and lots of sun are needed for a good specimen. |
Yucca filamentosa
Pawtucket, RI
This is the true Yucca filamentosa with stiffer leaves than Yucca
flaccida which is commonly seen here in Southern New England.
This plant will form a small stem to 6" or so. |
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