Aptenia Cordifolia 'Rosea' (Rosea Baby Sunrose)
Aptenia Cordifolia 'Rosea' (Rosea Baby Sunrose)
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Aptenia Cordifolia 'Rosea', commonly known as Rosea Baby Sunrose, is a vigorous evergreen succulent groundcover prized for its vibrant rose-pink daisy-like flowers and glossy, fleshy green foliage. Flowering prolifically from spring through autumn, and often throughout the year in warm climates, this fast-spreading variety creates a colourful carpet that is ideal for rockeries, retaining walls, coastal gardens, borders, and containers. Its trailing habit also makes it an excellent choice for cascading over pots and hanging baskets.
Highly drought tolerant and exceptionally easy to maintain, Rosea Baby Sunrose thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it perfect for water-wise and low-maintenance landscapes. Its dense growth helps suppress weeds and stabilise soil, while the bright flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators. Whether used as a groundcover, edging plant, or feature in succulent gardens, this hardy variety provides year-round foliage and long-lasting seasonal colour.

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Mature height
10–15 cm
Mature width
1–2 m
Spacing
50–100 cm
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Rose-pink flowers with glossy bright green succulent foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to Autumn (often year-round in warm climates)
Sun tolerance
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low; drought tolerant once established. Trim occasionally to control spread and maintain a tidy appearance. Prefers well-drained soil and minimal watering once established.
Root System
Shallow, fibrous, spreading, non-invasive root system that roots along trailing stems, making it ideal for groundcover and erosion control.