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Delosperma aberdeenense
  • RHS AGM

Aberdeen dew plant

A dense, low-growing, evergreen shrub with spreading, often prostrate, branches bearing semi-cylindrical, succulent, mid-green leaves up to 2cm long. Small, daisy-like, purplish-pink flowers are produced in summer

Synonyms
Lampranthus aberdeenensis
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Pink Purple Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H3
Botanical details
Family
Aizoaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Spreading branched, Trailing
Genus

Delosperma are mat-forming perennials, or dwarf shrubs, with smooth, fleshy leaves. The daisy-like flowers are brightly coloured in shades of pink, purple, yellow, red, orange or white

Name status

Unresolved

How to grow

Cultivation

In mild areas grow outdoors in very well-drained soil in full sun, or grow under glass in standard cactus compost in full light with good ventilation

Propagation

Propagate by seed, or by stem cuttings in spring or summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Low Maintenance
  • Banks and slopes
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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