Graptopetalum Macdougalii, also known as Ghost Plant, is an evergreen perennial succulent commonly grown as a houseplant. Blue-green rosettes grow up to 3" wide, with as many as 50 leaves in each rosette. This plant is compact, reaching just 1-2" tall. New rosettes grow at the end of leggy shoots, which create a cascading effect or can be trimmed. Red-bronze flowers bloom in late winter or early spring. This plant flourishes in warm climates ( zone 9-11) or indoors, a lovely addition to a rock garden, succulent mixed container, or houseplant collection. Overwinter outdoor containers indoors. Plant alongside Pentandrum for a striking contrast of shape and texture.
Graptopetalum Macdougalii Selling Tips
Sell Graptopetalum Macdougalii to customers looking for a low-maintenance succulent to give to a friend, plant in a rock garden, or add to a houseplant collection. Macdougalii flourishes in full sun, offering attractive blue-green foliage rosettes and star-shaped red flowers. It requires little more than occasional watering in a sunny window or a dry climate outdoors. In zone 9-11, overwinter Ghost Plant outdoors or overwinter containers indoors in cold climates. Graptopetalum also makes a fantastic houseplant. This variety develops a cascading effect with new growth or responds well to trimming.
Coach Your Customer
1. Plant in well-draining peat, sand, and perlite mixture in full sun.
2. Water deeply, then allow the soil to dry completely before watering again.
General Growing Tips For Your Rooted Cutting Liner
For best results with Graptopetalum Macdougalii, plant one rooted plug per 4-inch container or three liners per 1-gallon container. Use a well-drained mix of peat, sand, and perlite with a pH of 5.6-6.2, EC of .25-.50, low feed (75-125 ppm N), daytime temperatures of 68-85, and nighttime temperatures between 58-75. Pinching may promote branching but will delay finishing time. Supply 5,000-7,500 foot candles of light. Water deeply and then allow the soil to dry completely before watering again. With no overwatering, any disease is rare among this plant. You may see aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites.
Flowering
Red flowers bloom on long stems in late winter or early spring.
Pinching
Pinching can promote branching but delays finish time.
Spacing
Space containers for adequate airflow around the base of each plant and to allow sunlight to penetrate to the soil level.
Height Control
This plant doesn't require PGRs.
Pests
You may see aphids, mealybugs, or spider mites.
Disease
This plant isn't prone to disease. Do not overwater. Allow the soil to dry out completely between watering.
Planting Graptopetalum Macdougalii Liners
We recommend planting one rooted liner per 4-inch container or three liners per 6-inch or 8-inch container. Use a well-drained mix of peat, sand, and perlite and completely bury the ellepot in the center or equally space in the container.
Rooted Cuttings
Cuttings vary in size between different plant families. These rooted starter plants will arrive ready to be transplanted in to your final container. If they are to be used in a landscape application, you will need to establish them in a 4 inch pot or an 1801 before planting outside.
Graptopetalum Macdougalii Quick Reference Guide
| 4 Inch crop time | 7-9 Weeks |
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| Bloom Period | Spring, Winter |
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| Color | Red |
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| Habit | Spreading |
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| Height | 1-2 inches |
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| Light | Full Sun |
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| Minimum Temp | 58 |
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| Perennial Zone | Zones 9-11 |
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| Water Needs | Light |
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| Patented Plant | No |
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