Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Ruby' (Ice Plant)

Ice Plant 'Jewel of the Desert Ruby', 'Jewel of the Desert Ruby' Ice Plant

As long as the sun is out, this sturdy little evergreen perennial will shine! Bright, multi-colored flowers are fringed with ruby red tips. Forms a dense, weed-smothering mat, perfect as a groundcover or accent for rock gardens and containers. Hardy and adaptable, yet non-invasive.

Plant Type Cactus / Succulents
Hardiness Zone 5-10
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Late Spring, Summer, Fall
Height1" - 6" (in)
Spread6" - 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 Ruby' (Ice Plant) | Ice Plant 'Jewel of the Desert Ruby', 'Jewel of the Desert Ruby' Ice Plant || As long as the sun is out, this sturdy little evergreen perennial will shine! Bright, multi-colored flowers are fringed with ruby red tips. Forms a dense, weed-smothering mat, perfect as a groundcover or accent for rock gardens and containers. Hardy and adaptable, yet non-invasive.
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
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