Delosperma
Wheels of Wonder Fire
Delosperma, commonly called "Ice Plant" is a great xeroscape, or low water user for rocky, dry landscapes. The evergreen foliage makes a great ground cover, softening edges quickly. The real bonus is the brightly colored fiery orange blooms with yellow centers.
Use in containers or rock gardens.
Use in containers or rock gardens.
- Planting + Care
Size & Spacing
- Bed Spacing: 12-18"
- Container Spacing: 8"
- Mature Width: 20-24"
- Mature Height: 4"
Planting Type
- Good for Containers
- Ground Cover
Seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
- Winter
Type
- Perennial
Sun/Shade
- Full Sun
Water Requirements
- Normal
- Low *
Fertilizer
- Average
- Light Feeder
Colors
- Bloom
Bloom/Interest Range
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Care & Maintenance:
Once established, occasional watering will do the job.
* Low Water Requirement:
After this plant is well established, it has a lower than average water requirement. A good layer of mulch will also help reduce water needs.
Delosperma Wheels of Wonder Fire