High Country Gardens Red Edged Pig's Ear
Best low-maintenance succulent for gardeners seeking drought-tolerant, year-round visual interest.
This succulent brings a sculptural, high-mountain aesthetic to your garden without the usual high-maintenance demands. While it requires impeccable drainage to survive, the trade-off is a remarkably resilient, deer-resistant perennial that offers year-round architectural interest and striking summer blooms.
$11.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking year-round structural color and visual interest
- Busy homeowners wanting low-water, resilient xeriscape options
- Beginners preferring low-maintenance plants with minimal pest issues
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in cold climates without indoor winter storage space
- Inexperienced growers struggling with precise moisture management
- Pet owners and parents needing non-toxic landscape plants
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking silver foliage and red margins provide year-round architectural interest.
Drought Tolerance
Thrives with minimal water once established in well-draining soil.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer and rabbits, protecting your garden investment.
Hardiness Range
Impressive cold tolerance for a succulent, surviving down to zone 6.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that demands very little from the gardener.
Pollinator Appeal
Nodding blooms attract bees and butterflies during the mid-summer season.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
USDA 6-10
Mature Height
6-8 inches (up to 15 inches in bloom)
Mature Spread
10-12 inches
Plant Form
Succulent with upright stems
Soil Drainage
Fast-draining
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Low
Fragrance Level
No Fragrance
Pet Safe
False
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