Ice Plant 'Jewel of the Desert Peridot', 'Jewel of the Desert Peridot' Ice Plant
Almost ever-blooming, Delosperma ‘Jewel of Desert Peridot’ (Ice Plant) is a vigorous, mat-forming, evergreen succulent with a profusion of bright yellow, 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 | Prairie and Meadow, Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
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 | Prairie and Meadow, Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Delosperma ‘Jewel of the Desert Peridot’ (Ice Plant) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Delosperma ‘Jewel of the Desert Peridot’ (Ice Plant) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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