Plants in genus delosperma
Delosperma cooperi
Native to South Africa, this plant forms a dense lawn with vibrant flowers ranging from vermillion to pink, blooming from June to October. It thrives in dry, hot environments and is hardy to -20°F, making it suitable for various climates. Its leaves turn red in winter, adding seasonal interest.
Delosperma echinatum
Delosperma echinatum, native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa, is a subtropical arid zone plant with fleshy, barrel-shaped leaves covered in soft spine-like hairs. This succulent shrub produces white or yellow flowers throughout the year and prefers full sun to semi-shade. It thrives in loose, breathable loam mixed with sandy loam and coarse sand, and is best grown in ceramic pots.
Delosperma sutherlandii
Delosperma sutherlandii is a dwarf perennial native to South Africa, known for forming a dense lawn with abundant flowering. It can reach up to 24 inches in diameter and 4 to 6 inches tall, with large purple flowers featuring white centers and yellow pupils. This slow-growing ice plant is ideal for Mediterranean climates and is susceptible to overwatering.
Delosperma obtusum
Delosperma obtusum is a dwarf species of hardy ice plant known for its small purple flowers. It is ideal for small rock gardens, offering a splash of color and texture. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny locations.
Delosperma echinatum 'Pickle Plant'
Delosperma echinatum 'Pickle Plant' is a succulent with bristly, spine-like white hairs that are soft to the touch. Its unique appearance makes it an interesting addition to any succulent collection.
Delosperma basuticum
Delosperma basuticum is a succulent native to South Africa's Drakensberg Mountains, forming a tight clump with jellybean-like leaves. It produces yellow daisy-like flowers with a white center from mid-April through May.
Delosperma 'Mountain Dew'
Delosperma 'Mountain Dew' is a succulent groundcover that forms a tight, low-growing patch with small green leaves. It produces large, clear-yellow flowers with a white central eye, blooming from mid-March for several months. This plant is highly tolerant of heat and humidity, making it an excellent choice for sunny, dry areas or rock gardens.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Rose'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Rose' is a vigorous-growing, evergreen succulent with lilac daisy-like flowers that bloom from late spring to the first frost. This drought-resistant plant thrives in full sun and dry, well-drained soils, making it ideal for rock gardens, banks, slopes, or containers. Its compact growth habit, reaching 4 to 6 inches tall and spreading 8 to 10 inches wide, makes it a perfect choice for adding color and texture to sunny garden spots.
Delosperma carterae 'Carlile Pink'
Delosperma carterae 'Carlile Pink' is a ground-hugging succulent with fleshy green, pointed leaves and 1-inch pinkish-lavender flowers that bloom from late May. Known for its exceptional winter hardiness, this plant requires good drainage and is ideal for rock gardens and xeriscaping. It attracts butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny locations.
Delosperma sphalmanthoides
Delosperma sphalmanthoides is an evergreen succulent native to South Africa, forming a mat-shaped growth about 1 inch tall. It spreads quickly and produces magenta flowers in early spring. This plant requires frequent watering and a soil mix with extra pumice and perlite, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Delosperma 'Lavender Ice'
Delosperma 'Lavender Ice' is a succulent with green foliage, growing 2 inches tall and spreading 3 feet wide. It produces light lavender flowers with a lavender-purple eye zone, selected by Colorado's Plant Select Program in 2009.
Delosperma 'Fire Wonder'
Delosperma 'Fire Wonder' is a spreading succulent celebrated for its vibrant, multicolored blooms that last from early summer to frost. This plant thrives in poor, well-drained soil and is an excellent choice for ground cover. It attracts pollinators like butterflies and is drought-tolerant, making it a resilient addition to gardens. Its ability to flourish in full sun or part shade and its colorful display make it a popular choice for mass planting or as a focal point.
Delosperma 'John Proffitt'
Delosperma 'John Proffitt' is a vigorous succulent with fleshy green leaves and large, deep magenta-purple flowers that bloom in late spring. It is well-suited for hot, dry locations and adds vibrant color to xeriscaped gardens.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Peridot'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Peridot' is a compact, long-flowering hybrid ice plant with small yellow flowers and a white center. It blooms for several months starting in early spring but is intolerant of hot summers.
Delosperma 'Grahamstown Ghost'
Delosperma 'Grahamstown Ghost' is a succulent from South Africa, known for its large, pure white star-shaped flowers. It forms a compact, fleshy green clump and blooms from spring through summer, making it a striking addition to sunny gardens.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Garnet'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Garnet' is a succulent plant known for its vibrant red and purple miniature flowers. It produces succulent foliage and is ideal for mass planting, providing a striking display when planted en masse. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, making it a great choice for low-maintenance gardens.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Topaz'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Topaz' is a hybrid succulent with butterscotch orange flowers and a white eye. It blooms from early spring to late summer, thriving in drought-tolerant conditions with fleshy green foliage.
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner'
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a vibrant groundcover originating from South Africa's East Cape, known for its bright orange petals that transition to magenta with a central white eye. This maintenance-free plant forms mats of fleshy evergreen foliage and thrives in full sun with excellent drainage. It requires a cold winter to set good flower buds and is primarily pollinated by honeybees. Its ability to attract pollinators and its striking color make it a popular choice for gardeners looking to add a splash of color to their landscape.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Ruby'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of Desert Ruby' is a small-flowered ice plant known for its ground-hugging patches of fleshy green leaves. It features bicolor flowers that are carmine with a white center, aging to orange. This plant is intolerant of hot summers and is ideal for rock gardens and xeriscaping.
Delosperma dyeri
Delosperma dyeri, an ice plant from South Africa's Eastern Cape, is known for its fleshy green foliage and vibrant coral-red star-shaped flowers. Blooming primarily from April to June, this plant was a 2007 Plant Select winner and thrives in well-drained soils.
Delosperma 'Beaufort West'
Delosperma 'Beaufort West' is a unique succulent known for its resilience in high alpine environments. This plant forms a tiny, slow-spreading cushion only about 1 inch tall, adorned with light pink flowers that bloom in April. It thrives in dry conditions and is not fond of summer rains or high humidity, making it ideal for xeriscaping. Despite its delicate appearance, it flowers all summer long at the Denver Botanic Garden. This evergreen perennial is also rabbit resistant and attracts butterflies, making it a charming addition to rock gardens and green roofs.
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone'
Delosperma 'Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone' is a perennial known for its elegant white flowers that bloom from June to September. This plant spreads to cover garden areas with its evergreen foliage, making it ideal for difficult planting spots. It thrives in full sun to part shade and is drought-tolerant, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8, it serves as a focal point in mass plantings or mixed borders.
Delosperma 'Gold Nugget'
Delosperma 'Gold Nugget' is a South African ice plant discovered in the Drakensberg Mountains. It features small green succulent leaves that turn red in winter and bright yellow daisies in spring. This plant forms a 2-3 foot wide mat, making it a perfect groundcover for sunny sites.
Delosperma 'Kelaidis'
Delosperma 'Kelaidis' is a hybrid succulent forming a flat, 3-foot-wide mass of long, narrow leaves. It produces salmon-pink flowers from April until the summer heat, making it ideal for rock gardens. This plant prefers hot, well-drained sites.