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These are succulent shrubs or semi-shrubs with smooth, fleshy leaves. Cotyledons can be divided into two groups. One group consists of evergreen plants with a summer growing period. The other group is made up of deciduous plants, splendidly magnificent with large, solid fleshy stems like Cotyledon paniculata. The second group grows during our winter, and sheds its leaves during our summer. Cotyledons should be kept in a sunny position. Follow general succulent watering procedures. Be careful of over-watering when Cotyledons are deciduous.

Cotyledon sinus-alexandrii, native to Africa, forms mounding clusters with a very low habit to 4" in height. Stems are shiny, with peeling papery bark and are topped with plump "egg-shaped" frosty blue-green leaves. In bright light, leaves have delicate burgundy markings.In habitat in Africa, Cotyledons usually grow in rocky quartz fields where they have excellent drainage provided by very porous soil. Best in porous soil with adequate drainage. Click photo for more information.

Cotyledon 'Butterfield's Hybrid' forms a subshrub with powdery white cylindrical leaves. In habitat in Africa, Cotyledons usually grow in rocky quartz fields where they have excellent drainage provided by very porous soil. Best in very porous soil with adequate drainage. Bright light and ample airflow. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Water with caution in winter, as the plant can lose its roots if the soil stays cold and wet for extended periods. Summer dormant. Protect from frost to prevent scarring.

Cotyledon ladismithiensis, native to South Africa, forms a small shrublet to 6" in height. Several "teeth" at the apex of each fleshy, fuzzy leaf give the appearance of "bearclaws". Clusters of yellowish-orange bell-shaped flowers in late spring. Porous soil with adequate drainage. Bright light for best form with ample airflow. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Protect from frost.

We started our collection of this Graptopetalum pachyphyllum with one large plant like the one in the photograph. From one plant and continued cutting, we have 3 trays of plants. Your plant will be smaller than this mother plant, a nice size and a nice addition to your arrangements

Graptopetalum pentandrum superbum, native to Mexico, forms flattened rosettes of pointed frosty lavender leaves that become more columnar with age. Flowers are borne on an unusual delicate spike that looks like a hanging "mobile". Flowers are star-shaped pale yellow with dark red tips and many dark red speckles. Flowers resemble miniature Stapelia flowers. Porous soil with adequate drainage. Bright light with ample airflow. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Protect from frost.

Graptosedum can be propogated by cuttings or simply placing a lpetal on top of the soil. Sometimes they root just sitting out of the soil for a week or two depending on the climate. Excellent groundcover, not to be walked on. Graptoveria 'Alpenglow' forms rosettes with beautiful pink-mauve leaves in rosettes that become somewhat bushy. The name "Alpenglow" refers to the reddish glow near sunrise and sunset in mountainous areas. Please click on photo for more information.

Graptoveria 'Amethorum' is a hybrid between Graptopetalum amethystinum and Echeveria purpusorum. Forms rosettes to 3" in diameter with very plum grayish-green leaves with lighter margins. Blushes violet in bright light. Excellent for shadier areas in rock gardens or windowsills. Porous soil with adequate drainage. Bright, filtered light with ample airflow. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Protect from frost.

Graptoveria 'Debbie' has fleshy, lanceolate frosty pink leaves arranged in a rosette. Offsets to form low clusters. Color can become intense frosty pink-violet. Smallish apricot flowers appear in spring. Excellent color accent. Porous soil with adequate drainage. Bright light with ample airflow. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Protect from frost.