Delosperma Desert Dancers Red (Desert Dancers Series)
hardy ice plant [Desert Dancers Red]
An evergreen, low-growing succulent forming a tight mound of cylindrical, dark green succulent leaves which take on a pinkish-red hue. Masses of red, daisy-like flowers with a yellow eye appear over a long period from May through to October. Suitable for rock gardens, green roofs, patio pots and containers and hanging baskets. Drought tolerant
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | Green Pink Red | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Red | Green Pink Red | ||
| Autumn | Red | Green Pink Red | ||
| Winter | Green Pink Red |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or 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
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a sharply drained soil in full sun. Provide winter protection in very cold areas
Propagation
Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- hanging basket
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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