Trailing Ice Plant

Lampranthus Spectabilis

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Overview

The Trailing Ice Plant, Lampranthus spectabilis, is a vibrant, drought-tolerant succulent. Its sprawling stems reach 2 feet, with daisy-like flowers in hot pink, purple, or yellow, blooming in the spring and summer months. Fleshy, bright green leaves grow up to 2 inches long. Ideal for rock gardens, this sun-loving groundcover requires well-draining soil. Hardy to 20-25°F, it adds striking color and textural contrast to xeriscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean

Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — The Trailing Ice Plant, Lampranthus spectabilis, is a vibrant, drought-tolerant succulent

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Aizoaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — it requires well-drained soil to prevent root rot.<br><br>Come spring and into summer

Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — Lampranthus spectabilis bursts into bloom with a profusion of iridescent daisy-like flowers

Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — each spanning 2 to 3 inches across

Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — The flowers exhibit a range of hues

Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — commonly bright magenta-pink

Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — that intensify under full sunlight

Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus Spectabilis) — Also noteworthy is its capability to stabilize slopes with its spreading habit

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