Flapjack

A distinctive ornamental, Flapjack is so named because of how its leaves are formed, giving the appearance of pancake stack. A popular easy care desert succulent, it is perfect for both landscaping and indoors. Also known by the names Desert Cabbage and Paddle Plant, it features a basal rosette of big, round, fleshy leaves that are grey-green with red margins. Leaves are also covered in a white, powdery protective dusting. Growers find this Botswana/South Africa native very rewarding due to the long-lasting nature of its vivid yellow blooms.

Flapjacks make spectacular, easy to grow plants which provide plenty of impact in a mixed summer planter display, or any other well-lit, free-draining spot in the garden or on the balcony. It needs only minimal watering, preferring to be kept dry, and attention to light levels, as too strong light will burn the tips of leaves. Partial shade to full sun is acceptable, with full sun helping it develop deeper colouring.