Skyscraper Senecio (Curio ficoides 'Mount Everest') | Upright Blue Succulent

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Skyscraper Senecio

Senecio Skyscraper

A tall, architectural succulent with striking, chalky blue-green foliage that provides bold vertical structure and year-round color.

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Description

Curio ficoides 'Mount Everest' (syn. Senecio Skyscraper®) is a striking, upright succulent prized for its tall, architectural form and its distinctive, fleshy, blue-green foliage that provides year-round color and structure. This vigorous, fast-growing plant forms a dense, vertical column of cylindrical, chalky-blue leaves that stack closely along sturdy stems, creating a bold, sculptural presence in the garden. Exceptionally drought-tolerant and heat-loving once established, it is an outstanding choice for succulent gardens, xeriscape landscapes, rock gardens, and containers, where its unique vertical interest and cool-toned foliage contrast beautifully with other succulents and ornamental grasses.

Quick Facts

Foliage & Flowers: Upright stems densely packed with fleshy, cylindrical, chalky blue-green leaves; small, inconspicuous flowers (rarely produced in cultivation).
Mature Height: 2-3 ft.
Mature Spread: 3-5 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast.
Hardiness Zones: USDA 10-11; Sunset 16, 17, 21-24.
Light Requirement: Full sun (essential for best color and compact growth).
Core Benefits: Tall, architectural vertical form, striking blue-green foliage year-round, exceptionally drought and heat tolerant, provides structure in succulent gardens.
Best Uses: Succulent gardens, xeriscape landscapes, rock gardens, containers, modern landscapes, specimen plant, mass plantings.

Faqs

Q: How large does Skyscraper Senecio get?
A: It is an upright, columnar succulent, typically reaching 2-3 feet in height and 3-5 feet in spread at maturity.

Q: How much sun does it need for the best color?
A: For the most vibrant blue-green foliage and compact growth, plant in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily). In partial shade, the color may be less intense and the plant may become leggy.

Q: Is it drought tolerant?
A: Yes, once established, it is exceptionally drought and heat tolerant. Water regularly during its first year, then little to no supplemental water is needed. It thrives in well-drained soils.

Q: Does it flower?
A: It rarely produces flowers in cultivation. It is grown primarily for its striking, architectural foliage.

Q: Is it deer resistant?
A: Yes, it is generally resistant to deer and rabbits.

Q: Can it be grown in containers?
A: Yes, its upright, architectural form makes it an excellent choice for large containers, where its vertical interest can be showcased on patios and decks.

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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