trailing iceplant
This plant grows well in the following regions:
- SMSierra and Coastal Mountains
- CVCentral Valley
- DTDesert
- NCNorth and Central Coast
- SCSouth Coast
Map of regions (click to enlarge)
Description
Delosperma cooperi is a beautiful alternative to invasive ice plants with similar growth and appearance, but with smaller leaves. It can have a vibrant summer long bloom of rich purple flowers and has deep green foliage year long. These ice plants maintain a ground cover effect while only spreading to a size of 1 1/2 ft in diameter. Best grown in well-draining soil. Tolerates average to lean soils including sandy and gravelly ones. Native to South Africa. Blooms from June to September.
Sun needs:
- Full sun
Water needs:
- Low water
