Ice Plant 'Jewel of the Desert Opal', 'Jewel of the Desert Opal' Ice Plant
Almost ever-blooming, Delosperma ‘Jewel of Desert Opal’ (Ice Plant) is a vigorous, mat-forming, evergreen succulent with a profusion of vibrant, fuchsia, daisy-like flowers, 2 in. wide (5 cm). Blooming from late spring to the first frost, the blossoms are produced in such quantities that they literally cover the lush foliage of fleshy, blue-green leaves. The intensity of the flower color, combined with the long blooming season and evergreen foliage, reinforce the ornamental interest of this plant. An indispensable element of waterwise landscapes.
Hardiness |
5 - 10 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Aizoaceae |
Genus | Delosperma |
Common names | Ice Plant |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 4" - 6" (10cm - 15cm) |
Spread | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Spacing | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Prairie and Meadow, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
5 - 10 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Aizoaceae |
Genus | Delosperma |
Common names | Ice Plant |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 4" - 6" (10cm - 15cm) |
Spread | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Spacing | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Prairie and Meadow, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
How many Delosperma ‘Jewel of the Desert Opal’ (Ice Plant) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Delosperma ‘Jewel of the Desert Opal’ (Ice Plant) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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