Description
Delosperma cooperi 'Purple Iceplant' is a low-growing, evergreen succulent prized for its brilliant magenta-purple daisy-like flowers and fleshy green foliage. It forms a dense mat, blooming from late spring through fall, and thrives in hot, dry conditions. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, slopes, and containers, this groundcover is heat- and drought-tolerant and perfect for pollinator-friendly landscapes.
- Hardiness USDA Zones are 5 to 9
- Thrives in Full Sun
- Typically grows 2–4 inches tall and spreads 18–24 inches wide
Note: Your plant is shipped potted and carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival. In colder months, plants may appear leafless or dry due to dormancy—this is normal. Shipping restrictions may apply in California based on local regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions❓
Is Purple Iceplant drought-tolerant?
🌵 Yes! It thrives in dry, well-drained soils and is ideal for xeriscaping or hot slopes.
When does it bloom?
🌸 Expect vivid blooms from late spring through fall. Regular sun exposure keeps it flowering longer.
Can I grow this in containers?
🪴 Absolutely! Use a shallow, well-draining pot with sandy or cactus mix soil.
Is it evergreen year-round?
🍃 Yes, in zones 6 and up it remains evergreen, though some foliage may fade in winter cold.
Does it attract pollinators?
🐝 Yes, its bright blooms are loved by bees and butterflies throughout the warm season.
Growing Zones: 5–9
| Mature Height: | 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) |
| Mature Width: | 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Botanical Name: | Delosperma cooperi |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Foliage: | Green, succulent, cylindrical leaves |
| Plant Type: | Evergreen Groundcover / Succulent Perennial |
| Product Type: | Low-Growing, Drought-Tolerant Succulent |
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