Carpobrotus Glaucescens (Purple Pigface)
Carpobrotus Glaucescens (Purple Pigface)
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Carpobrotus Glaucescens (Purple Pigface) is a hardy, low-growing succulent groundcover with fleshy green leaves and large, daisy-like purple flowers. Flowering mainly in spring and summer (September to February), the vibrant blooms provide a striking contrast against the dense, mat-forming foliage.
This tough Australian native is ideal for coastal gardens, embankments, and rockeries, where it offers erosion control and vibrant seasonal colour. Its drought and salt tolerance make it an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes in challenging conditions.
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Mature height
0.1–0.2 metre
Mature width
1–2 metres (spreading)
Spacing
1–2 metres
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Fleshy green foliage with bright purple daisy-like flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer (September to February)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Very low maintenance. Trim back runners to control spread and remove spent flowers
Root System
Forms a non-invasive, shallow root system. Roots are fibrous and spreading, helping stabilise soil and control erosion without damaging nearby structures.