Lavender Ice Hardy Iceplant
Delosperma
del-oh-SPER-muh
Perennials: Succulent
Hardy Iceplant
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Half-Hardy: 32°
The succulent, needle-like leaves have fluorescent up-facing flowers. Hot and sunny conditions keep the flowers coming most of the summer. Although quite hardy, it cannot stand excessive winter moisture, either in the soil or applied from above.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Blue-Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
Lavender
Blooming Time
Early Summer - Fall
Habit
Mounding
Height
Under 6 in
Spread
18–24 in
Form
Star
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Non-toxic
Growth Rate
Fast
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators
Uses/Placement
Groundcover
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Soil Texture
Well-Drained
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Dry to Average
Soil PH
Slightly Alkaline: 7.0-7.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly alkaline soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Minimal Fertilizer Needed
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Bloom
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Very Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Aggressive Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Spring or Fall Division