Roadside Greenhouse Succulent

I bought this at a roadside greenhouse in the Hudson Valley. This succulent has bright green leaves, small bright red flowers and a trailing habit. I don't know what it is; I would like to get more!


Drought Smart Plants reply:

Based on the flower type (daisy like) and the leaves without a discernible mid rib, this could be one of the many Mesembryanthemum family that are grown as annuals for hanging baskets and summer displays. Native to South Africa, they are drought resistant, and sun loving, with bright flowers to attract pollinators. The blooms mostly close at night or on cloudy days.

This one looks like Aptenia cordifolia, the heartleaf ice plant or this one Aptenia cordifolia 'Red Apple' .

I'm not sure what your climate zone is where you are, but it looks as though it could be winter hardy even in places that get a really light frost - that would be perfect for getting a head start on your hanging baskets.

Happy Gardening!
Jacki