Mesembryanthemum spp. White

Common Name: White Pigface

Description:
White Pigface (Mesembryanthemum spp.) is a hardy, sprawling succulent ground cover, prized for its dazzling white, daisy-like flowers that bloom in abundance from spring through summer. Adapted to Melbourne’s dry and coastal conditions, this resilient plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it a perfect choice for rock gardens, borders, embankments, and pots. Its fleshy, water-storing leaves enable it to withstand extended dry periods, while its fast-spreading nature makes it excellent for erosion control. Flowering profusely during the warmer months, White Pigface attracts bees and other pollinators, adding both beauty and ecological benefits to any landscape. With minimal maintenance required, it is a fantastic low-water garden option.

Form:

• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 10-20 cm
• Width: 60-100 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Australian Native (some species)
• Drought Tolerant
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Erosion Control

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Coastal and drought-tolerant plants such as Lomandra, Dianella, and Westringia
• Other succulents and ground covers like Sedum and Carpobrotus