Delosperma cooperi (Ice Plant)
Botanical Information
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Delosperma |
| Species | cooperi |
| Category | Perennials |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Southern Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 - 10 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H2 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -23 - 4 |
| Temperature (°F) | -10 - 40 |
| Height | 7 - 15 cm |
| Spread | 30 - 60 cm |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Cultivation | Grows in dry, well-drained soil in full sun exposure. Can tolerate sandy soils and drought. |
| Pests | Aphids and mealybugs. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Leaf Description | Fleshy, green leaves. |
| Flower Description | Bright red to purple reflective petals, in the form of a daisy that grows in bundles. |
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