Delosperma 'Jewel of Desert Amethyst' Ice Plant is a robust, mat-forming, evergreen succulent with an abundance of pink, daisy-like flowers that are 2 inches across and have a brilliant purple center. It almost perpetually blooms. The thick, blue-green leaves of the lush foliage are covered in blossoms that bloom from late April until the first frost. The extended blooming season, vibrant flowers, and evergreen leaves all contribute to this plant's strong ornamental appeal. a crucial component of water-efficient landscapes.
Plant Type |
Cactus / Succulents |
Hardiness Zone |
5-10 |
Exposure |
Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Late Spring, Summer, Fall |
Height | 1" - 6" (in) |
Spread | 6" - 12" (in) |
Spacing |
8"-10" (in) |
Water Needs |
Low |
Maintenance |
Low |
Soil Type |
Loam, Sand |
Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage |
Well-Drained |
Characteristics |
Evergreen, Showy |
Tolerance |
Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts |
Butterflies |
Garden Uses |
Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Amethyst' (Ice Plant) | Ice Plant 'Jewel of the Desert Amethyst', 'Jewel of the Desert Amethyst' Ice Plant || Delosperma 'Jewel of Desert Amethyst' Ice Plant is a robust, mat-forming, evergreen succulent with an abundance of pink, daisy-like flowers that are 2 inches across and have a brilliant purple center. It almost perpetually blooms. The thick, blue-green leaves of the lush foliage are covered in blossoms that bloom from late April until the first frost. The extended blooming season, vibrant flowers, and evergreen leaves all contribute to this plant's strong ornamental appeal. a crucial component of water-efficient landscapes.
Full Sun,
Late Spring, Summer, Fall,
Low Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained,
Evergreen, Showy,
Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil Tolerant, Rocky Soil Tolerant,
Attracts Butterflies, Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers