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Dyckia fosteriana 'Cherry Cola' ('Cherry Cola' dyckia)

Dyckia fosteriana 'Cherry Cola' Photo/Illustration: Saxon Holt


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Dyckia fosteriana 'Cherry Cola' DIK-ee-ah foss-ter-ee-AY-nah Common Name: 'Cherry Cola' dyckia
'Cherry Cola' , a relatively new cultivar, features deep, dark burgundy foliage and small but sharp teeth (handle with care!). In summer, orange blossoms appear, and hummingbirds love them. Like other Dyckias, this plant tolerates extreme heat and is perfect for hot, dry locations. -Jeff Moore, Regional Picks: Southwest, Fine Gardening issue #120
 Noteworthy characteristics: Burgundy foliage with sharp teeth; orange flowers that attract hummingbirds.
 Care: Provide full sun and well-drained soil. Use care when handling plants, as the toothed leaf edges are very sharp.
 Propagation: Divide plants in late spring or early summer.
 Problems: Scale insects.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Runs
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Tolerance Deer Tolerant;Drought Tolerant
Characteristics Attracts Hummingbirds; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Early Summer; Late Summer; Summer
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Orange/ Salmon Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Xeric Bed
Style Desert Garden
Seasonal Interest Winter Interest, Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Cacti and Succulents

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