Orange Ice Plant
Lampranthus Aurantiacus
Overview
The Orange Ice Plant, Lampranthus aurantiacus, dazzles with vibrant, orange daisy-like flowers spanning up to 2 inches. This succulent groundcover reaches up to 6 inches tall and spreads approximately 24 inches wide, thriving in USDA zones 9-11. It demands full sun and well-draining soil, offering drought tolerance once established. Ideal for rock gardens or coastal settings, it creates an eye-catching tapestry with minimal maintenance. Blooms appear predominantly in spring and early summer.
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 10–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Succulent
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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