Delosperma 'Garnet'
ice plant 'Jewel of Desert Garnet'
A low-growing evergreen succulent, forming a spreading mat of cylindrical, succulent leaves that are covered over a long period with daisy-like flowers. Flowers have red to orange-red petals that are coloured purple to pink at their base, and a white eye
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Orange Red Purple Pink | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange Red Purple Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Orange Red Purple Pink | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- 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
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
In mild areas grow in well-drained soil in full sun; otherwise, grow in an unheated greenhouse
Propagation
Propagate by stem cuttings or by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Coastal
- Banks and slopes
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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