Adenium Obesum Picotee Desert Rose Live Plant – 3 inch Pot – Indoor/Outdoor

Overview

Discover the enchanting beauty of the Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose plant, a captivating succulent renowned for its unique form and breathtaking blooms. This specific variety produces exquisite white flowers adorned with vibrant hot pink edges, creating a truly spectacular display. Each Desert Rose live plant is grown from seed, ensuring a distinctive character and the potential for a substantial caudex to develop over time. Your plant will arrive healthy and rooted in a 3-inch pot, ready to be nurtured and enjoyed in your home or garden. The Adenium obesum, commonly known as Desert Rose, is a fascinating plant that brings a touch of exotic elegance to any space, thriving with proper care to reward you with its magnificent floral show.

The flowering succulent is a popular choice for collectors and those seeking an eye-catching, drought-tolerant specimen. Its ability to adapt to various environments, both indoors and outdoors in warmer climates, makes it a versatile addition to any plant collection. Experience the joy of watching its unique blooms unfold and its caudex mature into a living sculpture.

Key Benefits

Owning an Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose plant offers numerous advantages, from its striking appearance to its resilient nature, making it a favorite among plant lovers.

• Unique Beauty: Enjoy the captivating contrast of pure white petals edged with vibrant hot pink, a true visual delight that stands out in any collection. This distinctive flower coloration makes the Desert Rose care worthwhile for its stunning display.
• Distinctive Caudex: As the plant matures, it develops a unique, swollen trunk (caudex) that adds character and an artistic touch, making each plant a living sculpture. This feature is a hallmark of the Adenium obesum plant.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established, making it perfect for both seasoned and beginner plant enthusiasts looking for an impressive yet easy-to-grow specimen.
• Drought Tolerant: Thrives in dry conditions, significantly reducing watering needs and making it an ideal choice for busy individuals or those in arid climates.
• Conversation Starter: Its unusual caudex and stunning, exotic blooms are sure to impress guests and spark interesting conversations, adding a unique focal point to your decor.
• Long-Lasting: With proper care and attention, this resilient plant can provide years of enjoyment and beauty, becoming a cherished part of your plant collection.
• Spectacular Blooms: Experience the joy of a truly blooming Desert Rose live plant, offering continuous flowers for many months under ideal conditions.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose plant is straightforward, and with a few key practices, you can ensure a healthy and profusely flowering plant. These plants thrive in bright, direct sunlight. For optimal growth and prolific flowering, ensure your plant receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. If growing indoors, place it near a south-facing window or use supplemental grow lights. Insufficient light can lead to leggy growth and fewer blooms, impacting your Desert Rose live plant‘s overall health.

When it comes to watering, the key is moderation and allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix to prevent root rot, which is a common issue for Adeniums if overwatered. During the active growing season (spring and summer), water thoroughly until water drains from the bottom of the pot. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant winter months. The ideal temperature range for this plant is between 65-90°F (18-32°C), and it is not frost-tolerant, typically thriving in USDA zones 10-11 or as an Adenium plant indoor in cooler climates. Fertilize your Adenium obesum plant every 2-4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer. Pruning can help maintain its shape and encourage more branching and blooms, contributing to a more spectacular blooming Desert Rose.

Proper Desert Rose care also involves protecting it from frost. If you live in a colder climate, bring your plant indoors before temperatures drop. This flowering succulent appreciates good air circulation and can benefit from being moved outdoors during warm summer months, then brought back inside for winter.

Size & Details

This Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose plant arrives as a healthy, rooted plant in a 3-inch nursery pot. While its current size is compact, with proper care, the distinctive caudex can become quite substantial over several years, potentially reaching up to 2 feet in diameter. The plant itself can grow to a height of 3-4 feet in ideal conditions, though it can be maintained at a smaller size through pruning. It exhibits a moderate growth rate, allowing you to enjoy its development. Expect the plant to start producing its unique white and hot pink ‘Picotee’ flowers as it matures, often within the first year or two under optimal conditions. This flowering succulent is suitable for both indoor cultivation in sunny spots and outdoor placement in warm climates, making the Picotee Desert Rose care versatile.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How large will my Desert Rose plant grow? A: With proper care, the caudex of the Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose plant can become quite substantial, potentially reaching up to 2 feet in diameter over several years. The plant itself can grow to a height of 3-4 feet, especially if planted in the ground in warm climates.
• Q: What size pot does the Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose come in? A: Your Desert Rose live plant will arrive healthy and rooted in a 3-inch nursery pot, ready for you to place in your desired container or garden spot.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose plant can thrive both indoors in a bright, sunny location and outdoors in warm climates (USDA zones 10-11) where it is protected from frost. Many people grow it as a potted houseplant that can be moved outdoors during summer.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: For optimal growth and prolific flowering, this flowering succulent requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Place it in the brightest spot possible, such as a south-facing window indoors or a full-sun location outdoors.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the Adenium plant indoor is considered relatively low maintenance, especially given its drought-tolerant nature. It’s suitable for both beginner and experienced plant enthusiasts who can provide ample sunlight and proper watering.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: We take immense care in packaging to ensure your blooming Desert Rose arrives healthy and ready to flourish in its new environment, rooted in its 3-inch pot.
• Q: Is the Adenium obesum Picotee Desert Rose safe for pets? A: No, this plant is toxic if ingested. It is important to keep it out of reach of pets and small children to ensure their safety.
• Q: How often should I water my Desert Rose? A: Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry to the touch. During the dormant winter months, reduce watering frequency significantly to prevent overwatering and root rot. This is a crucial aspect of Desert Rose care.
• Q: What type of soil is best for a Desert Rose? A: Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. It is crucial to avoid heavy clay soils that retain too much moisture, as this can lead to root rot.
• Q: How long until it blooms? A: While grown from seed, many Desert Rose live plant specimens can begin to bloom within their first 1-2 years under ideal growing conditions, offering a beautiful display of its characteristic white and hot pink flowers.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: The Adenium obesum plant is not cold-hardy and will not survive freezing temperatures. If you live in a USDA zone below 10, it should be brought indoors during the colder months or grown as a permanent Adenium plant indoor.