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Mokolodi Nurseries -
Vygies

Mesembryanthemum,

Delosperma, Lampranthus,
Ruschia and Drosanthemum

species are easy to grow,
waterwise succulents that make
lovely additions to a rockery .

Many of these species are indigenous
to Southern Africa, and are known as
ice plants because of the glistening
globular bladder cells covering their
stems, fruit and leaves, and are
commonly referred to as ‘Vygies’ in
Southern Africa.
They are tough, versatile and drought
tolerant perennial species, and range
from ground cover to miniature
shrublets. Perfect for the rockery, as
they are commonly found in rocky
environments, sheltered from
competing grasses.

Their flowers are a real attraction in
the garden, as they are long-lasting
and almost blindingly colourful.

Plant them in full sun on well drained
soil and water well until the plants are
established. Prune back occasionally
as they grow quickly and can soon
smother other plants and feature

rocks.
Text by S.C & Pics by Karin Duthie
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