Ghost Plant
Graptopetalum paraguayense
A stunning rosette-forming succulent with thick, powdery blue-gray leaves that take on pink and purple hues in bright sunlight. This easy-care beauty produces cascading stems perfect for hanging baskets and readily forms new plants from dropped leaves. Its ethereal coloring and prolific growth habit make it a favorite among both beginner and experienced succulent collectors.
Harvest
N/Ad
Days to harvest
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Zones
9–11
USDA hardiness
Height
6-12 inches
Complete Growing Guide
Light: Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day), Partial Shade (Direct sunlight only part of the day, 2-6 hours). Soil: Sand, Shallow Rocky. Drainage: Good Drainage, Occasionally Dry. Height: 0 ft. 6 in. - 1 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 2 ft. 0 in. - 3 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: Less than 12 inches. Growth rate: Medium. Propagation: Division, Leaf Cutting, Stem Cutting.
Harvesting
Bloom time: Spring
History & Origin
Origin: Mexico
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: Deer, Drought, Heat
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Sedum
Similar water and light requirements, creates attractive succulent combinations
Echeveria
Complementary growth habits and identical care needs for drought-tolerant gardens
Aloe Vera
Shares same watering schedule and helps create natural pest-deterrent environment
Jade Plant
Similar drought tolerance and creates structured succulent arrangements
Hens and Chicks
Provides ground cover while sharing identical water and soil requirements
String of Pearls
Trailing habit complements upright growth, same minimal water needs
Prickly Pear Cactus
Similar xerophytic adaptations and helps deter browsing animals
Lavender
Thrives in same well-draining soil and repels common garden pests
Keep Apart
Mint
Requires frequent watering which can cause root rot in Ghost Plant
Impatiens
High moisture needs and shade preference conflict with succulent requirements
Ferns
Need consistently moist soil and humidity that promotes fungal issues in succulents
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Good resistance when not overwatered
Common Pests
Mealybugs, aphids, scale insects
Diseases
Root rot from overwatering, fungal issues in humid conditions