Hardy Ice Plant
Delosperma Cooperi
Overview
Delosperma cooperi, the Hardy Ice Plant, is a vibrant, low-growing perennial succulent ideal for ground cover. It flourishes in full sun, reaching 3-6 inches in height with a spread of 18-24 inches. Notable for its fuchsia daisy-like flowers, the plant blooms from early summer to frost. Its fleshy, evergreen foliage adds year-round interest. Requires well-drained soil and minimal water, making it perfect for water-conscious landscapes. Hardy to USDA zones 5-9.
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 5–9
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Succulent
- Family
- Aizoaceae
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