Species
Photo to come
Ice Plant
Delosperma
A low, mat-forming succulent groundcover with fleshy evergreen foliage and brilliant daisy-like flowers over a long season; very drought-tolerant.
Sun
full sun (6+ hrs)
Water
low
Mature size
2-4 in × 12-24 in (spreading)
Bloom
Brilliant daisy-like flowers (yellow on *D. nubigenum*) over a long late-spring-to-summer season.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–9
Care guide
Quick ID
Low mat-forming succulent groundcover (*Delosperma*). Fleshy evergreen foliage; brilliant daisy-like flowers (yellow on *D. nubigenum*).
Sun & Site
Full sun (6+ hrs); lean, gritty, sharply drained soil. Extremely drought-tolerant — excellent for Draper. Wet soil is the main killer (winter rot).
Seasonal Care
Very low maintenance. Shear spent flowers if desired. Ensure sharp drainage going into winter.
In my garden
potager gardenBed potager garden
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Secondary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
2026-05-26
Planted · ~0 yrs