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pig face plant for sale

If you’re searching for a low-maintenance, eye-catching succulent for your New Zealand garden, you’ve come to the right place. With our range of pig face plant for sale, you can easily add colour, texture, and drought tolerance to any landscape. Known for their vibrant daisy-like blooms and fleshy leaves, pig face plants (Carpobrotus and related species) are a top choice among gardeners seeking beauty and resilience. Whether you want to create a ground cover, fill gaps in your rock garden, or brighten up containers, this tough native-adapted succulent thrives in coastal conditions and poor soils alike.

Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant)

Bergenia cordifolia is a hardy evergreen perennial admired for its large glossy leaves and clusters of pink flowers in late winter and spring. This dependable plant adds strong texture and structure to New Zealand gardens throughout the year. The bold foliage forms dense clumps that look attractive even when not in bloom. Bergenia cordifolia is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting a tough low maintenance perennial that delivers colour and reliable garden performance.

Buy Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant)

From $21.53

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 30 cm

Spread: 60 cm

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Woodland

Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and spreading up to 30 cm wide. It features plump, jelly bean-shaped leaves that are green with red tips, intensifying with sun exposure. Yellow star-shaped flowers appear in spring. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it perfect for pots, rockeries, and dry areas in New Zealand gardens.

Buy Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

From $20.93

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Succulents

Height: 20 cm

Spread: 20 cm

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Rock

Why Choose Pig Face Plants?

Pig face plants are beloved for their striking flowers in pink, purple, or yellow, which stand out against glossy, succulent leaves. These hardy perennials are perfect for seaside gardens, sunny borders, and even as a living mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture. Gardeners in New Zealand appreciate pig face not just for its good looks, but also for its versatility and ability to cope with challenging sites.

Benefits of Pig Face Plants

Drought tolerant once established, ideal for waterwise gardens
Excellent ground cover for preventing soil erosion
Brilliant, long-lasting flowers throughout the warmer months
Suits sandy soils and thrives along coastal regions
Pest and disease resistant, making them easy-care

Planting And Care Tips

To get the best out of your new pig face plant for sale, choose a sunny position with free-draining soil. Water regularly while your plant is establishing, then taper off to encourage deep rooting and drought resistance. Pig face plants spread easily, creating a carpet of colour and helping stabilise garden banks or slopes. In addition to regular garden beds, they do exceptionally well in raised planters and hanging baskets.

Combine Pig Face With Other Unique Plants

Looking to diversify your garden even further? Along with pig face, consider companion plants that also offer bold foliage and interesting textures. Add Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant) for broad, glossy leaves and rosy blooms in shaded spots, or try Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) for another succulent ground cover with a playful appearance.

For architectural interest, Restio quadratus (Restios For Sale) adds fine, grassy movement, while Cissus rhombifolia (Grape Ivy) and Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) are excellent options for those looking to enhance their indoor plant collection or create a lush, subtropical vibe.

Shop Pig Face Plant For Sale in New Zealand

Browse our collection of healthy, well-rooted pig face plants for sale and discover how they can transform your outdoor spaces. Each plant is grown locally and carefully selected for robust growth and adaptability to New Zealand conditions. Ready to shop? Order your pig face plant today and enjoy fast, reliable shipping direct to your door. Beautify your garden with low-fuss colour that keeps on giving, season after season.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.