Unlike Sting, this Desert Rose doesn’t need to dream of rain. A slow-growing succulent, the Adenium obesum holds water in its swollen trunk, helping it survive drought in the wild. In your home, it will do best in a spot that receives bright direct light. As part of its natural cycle, the Desert Rose may drop its foliage when winter arrives due to less light and lower temps, entering a period of dormancy. No need to worry as it will sprout new leaves come spring.
- Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
- Small plant measures between 10-13″ tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
- Medium plant measures between 11-14″ tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
- Arrives in a nursery grow pot nestled in your planter choice
$74.00
Plant Care
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Thrives in bright direct to bright indirect light. Not suited for low light. This plant tends to drop its leaves after transit. Upon arrival, help by gently pulling off yellow leaves, giving the plant back energy for healthy growth. -
Water every 2-3 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. Cut back on watering frequency in the winter months, when the days are shorter. -
The Desert Rose is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant succulent. It may go dormant in the winter due to less available sunlight, and lose its foliage until spring arrives. If given proper care, new growth should emerge in the spring and brightly colored blooms in the summer.
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