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Lanceleaf Liveforever

Dudleya lanceolata

In stock

1 gallon

Plant Care

Native region:

Local Native

Water needs:

Low

Exposure:

Mature size:

Growth rate:

Full Sun; Filtered Sun

6"x12"

Slow

Flower color:

Flower season:

Pruning:

Orange; Pink; Red; Yellow

Spring; Summer

None

Wildlife

Monarchs:

Nectar pollinators:

Yes

Nighttime pollinators:

Rabbit resistant:

Dudleya lanceolata, commonly known as Lanceleaf Dudleya or Lanceleaf Liveforever, is a succulent native to coastal, central, and southern California. This adaptable plant thrives in rocky areas and slopes. It features fleshy, pointed leaves that vary in shape and size, forming a basal rosette of flat, spade-shaped leaves or bunches of longer, thicker leaves. The stem is erect, producing branching clusters of up to 20 flowers per branch. While the leaves grow only 3-4 inches above the ground, the flower stalks can reach up to 2 feet, displaying yellow-red flowers that attract hummingbirds and bumblebees.

Lanceleaf Dudleya grows well in full sun to dappled shade and tolerates clay if allowed to dry out between watering. It performs best on rocky slopes, stacked walls, or in containers. To prevent rot, plant at a slight angle to allow water to drain from the rosette. Avoid watering during summer dormancy unless growing in sandy soils or containers.

Growing Plants in the Desert — Important Information

The information presented here is, to the best of my knowledge, accurate and based on my research from reliable sources, observations I have made of plants growing in my, and other gardens I have visited, and observations of the plants in their native habitats. I would appreciate your feedback and experience to help me educate others!

Cacti: In my experience, cacti are much happier in the filtered shade here in the low desert of the Coachella Valley. Colors are more vibrant and they bloom more profusely, especially the non-native varieties. If you pay attention to how our native barrel and beavertail opuntia grow in the wild, it is frequently tucked in the rocks under creosote or another shrub.

Light Requirements: I have found that in our desert (Sonoran/Colorado) “full sun” plants can take and appreciate the late afternoon filtered sun, especially in the hot summer months.