ftd succulents Graptosedum 'Francesco Baldi' – The Radiant Sunset Succulent 2 inch / White Modern Pot by Succulents Box

ftd succulents Graptosedum 'Francesco Baldi' – The Radiant Sunset Succulent 2 inch / White Modern Pot by Succulents BoxDescription Light Soil Water Hardiness Graptosedum 'Francesco Baldi' is a stunning intergeneric hybrid that combines the best traits of Graptopetalum paraguayense and Sedum pachyphyllum. Known for its changing colors and effortless elegance, this succulent is a favorite for both beginners and seasoned collectors looking to add a "glow" to their gardens. Graptosedum 'Francesco Baldi' is a hardy, sun loving succulent hybrid that originated in Italy. It

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• Graptosedum 'Francesco Baldi' is a stunning intergeneric hybrid that combines the best traits of Graptopetalum paraguayense and Sedum pachyphyllum. Known for its changing colors and effortless elegance, this succulent is a favorite for both beginners and seasoned collectors looking to add a "glow" to their gardens.
  
  Graptosedum 'Francesco Baldi' is a hardy, sun-loving succulent hybrid that originated in Italy. It forms attractive rosettes at the tips of ever-lengthening stems that eventually trail or sprawl, making it an excellent choice for groundcover or hanging pots. Its fleshy, lance-shaped leaves are typically a soft bluish-gray, but they transform into vibrant shades of pink, orange, and golden yellow when "stressed" by sunlight or cool temperatures. In the spring, it produces clusters of dainty, star-shaped yellow flowers that provide a bright contrast to its pastel foliage.
  
  The 'Francesco Baldi' is celebrated for its incredible color plasticity—it acts like a living mood ring for your garden, shifting hues based on the season and light exposure. It is also exceptionally resilient and prolific; it is often called a "guilt-free" succulent because it bounces back quickly from neglect and can easily be multiplied to fill large areas or shared with friends.
  
  
• Full sun to partial shade. At least 6 hours of direct sun is needed to bring out the intense sunset colors.
  
  Must be gritty and fast-draining. A dedicated cactus and succulent mix amended with 50% coarse sand, pumice, or perlite is ideal.
  
  Use the "soak and dry" method. Water deeply only when the soil is completely dry. Avoid getting water trapped in the rosettes.
  
  Prefers 15°C to 27°C. It is notably heat-tolerant but appreciates some afternoon shade during extreme heatwaves.
  
  
  
• Hardy in Zones 9a to 11b. It can handle light frost but should be brought indoors if temperatures drop below -1°C.