Delosperma cooperi
Hardy Ice Plant
Description
This succulent ground cover is a moderately fast grower, spreading 2' wide and mounding and can grow 3"-6" tall. During spring through fall, it is covered with flowers could be shades of pink. Leaves are bright green. This spreading succulent does best in full sun and is drought tolerant when established. It needs good drainage. It prefers lean soil. Fertilize in spring sparingly. Tolerates heat and coastal conditions. Looks great in rock gardens, on hillsides and in containers.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.
Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers