The waxy leaves of the Gopher Plant have an eye-catching bluish-gray tint. In the late winter to early spring, branch tips produce striking thick bracts of chartreuse surrounding yellow-red flowers. Even though they are mostly herbaceous plants, their overall shape is quite sculptural. In the landscape, Gopher Plant works well as either an accent, massed planted or combined with other cacti, succulents, or native perennials. Easy to grow.