Delosperma 'Orange Crush'

Alpine Rockery Cactus Succulent Conservatory Greenhouse Herbaceous Perennial

A compact, low-growing, mat-forming hardy evergreen perennial up to 15cm in height, forming a colourful, spreading carpet of green, finger-shaped succulent foliage which may develop reddish-purple tints in lower light levels. Soft, pale-orange, daisy-like flowers with a subtle pink blush appear from April to June. Great as ground cover, in rock gardens or in containers and drought and heat-tolerant

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

Up to 10 cm

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
Up to 10 cm

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical 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

Grow outdoors in very well-drained soil in full sun

Propagation

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

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Hanging Basket
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Banks and slopes
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Garden edging
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
  • Wall side borders

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to mealybugs and aphids under glass

Diseases

Generally disease-free