Silvery blue, succulent leaves are heavily armed with sharp brown hooks and radiate from a central rosette. An excellent plant for adding contrast in the garden or landscape, both alone and in mixed plantings, or use in containers on the deck or patio. Drought tolerant.

Succulent leaves produce flowers in shades of red, pink, salmon, white, orange and yellow. Generally available year-round as a potted plant. Use as a colorful accent for house, porch or patio. When flowers fade, retain as an interesting foliage plant. Prefers well-drained soil and partial shade.