Drosanthemum speciosum
Rosea Ice Plant
Description
This South African native is a low-growing perennial that can reach about 8" tall by 3' wide. Purple flowers appear profusely throughout spring and summer. Afternoon shade is best for this plant, full sun can burn the foliage in the low desert.
Plant Type
Ground cover
Height Range
Under 1'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.