Aptenia cordifolia variegata

Minimum order quantity for this plant in 14cm pots is 3 units

Aptenia cordifolia variegata, also known as Variegated Baby Sun Rose, is a trailing succulent groundcover with fleshy green and cream-margined leaves and small magenta-pink daisy-like flowers that bloom in warmer months. Its striking foliage and spreading habit make it ideal for rockeries, retaining walls, or container planting. It is hardy, low-maintenance, and adds vibrant contrast in coastal or urban gardens.

In Melbourne and Sydney, it thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering in extended dry periods. Protect from heavy frost in Melbourne with a sheltered, north-facing aspect. Prune lightly to control spread and encourage dense growth, especially after flowering.

Aptenia pairs well with other drought-tolerant companions like Sedum ‘Gold Mound’, Erigeron karvinskianus, and Lomandra ‘Tanika’. It also complements silver-foliaged plants like Helichrysum or Convolvulus cneorum and adds a softening contrast to bold architectural species such as Agave or Yucca.