Red Apple Baby Sun Rose (Aptenia cordifolia) - Bagged Groundcover

Red Apple Baby Sun Rose (Aptenia cordifolia) - Bagged Groundcover

$45.00
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Red Apple Baby Sun Rose (Aptenia cordifolia) - Bagged Groundcover

Red Apple Baby Sun Rose (Aptenia cordifolia) - Bagged Groundcover

Aptenia cordifolia

a.k.a. Red Apple | Baby Sun Rose | Heartleaf Ice Plant

Lush, fast-propagating drought-tolerant coverage made simple.

$45.00

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  • Pre-rooted planting bags for quick, reliable establishment
  • Installs without tilling; suitable for hard soil or uneven ground
  • Strong drought and heat tolerance
  • Creeping growth forms dense coverage with red-pink blooms
  • Low water and maintenance needs
  • Works on flat areas, slopes, and poor soil

Product Description

This bagged groundcover system pairs Aptenia cordifolia’s vigorous creeping growth with a pre-rooted planting format that eliminates recovery time. Each planting bag is inserted directly into the soil—no ground removal or tilling required. Once planted, Red Apple spreads quickly, forming a dense, low-maintenance carpet. Its ability to thrive in heat, full sun, and low-water conditions makes it an efficient alternative to turf, with added ornamental value from frequent red-pink flowers.

 

About the Plant

Red Apple/Baby Sun Rose (Aptenia cordifolia) is a fast-spreading, evergreen succulent with glossy leaves and bright red-pink flowers. It thrives in full sun, heat, and low-water conditions, forming either a trailing cascade or a dense creeping carpet depending on placement. Its durability and minimal maintenance make it ideal for drought-tolerant and beginner-friendly landscapes.

Plant Care

  • Light – Full sun to bright indirect light for best vigor and flowering.
  • Water – Water deeply when soil is dry; avoid standing water. Very drought-tolerant once established.
  • Soil – Prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soils; avoid heavy, water-retentive mixes.
  • Temperature – Warm-climate plant; protect from frost. Performs well in heat.
  • Fertilizer – Minimal feeding needed; optional light feeding during the growing season.

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