Delosperma basuticum 'White Nugget'

Also Known As

Malotigena frantiskae-niederlovae 'White Nugget'
White Nugget Ice Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 3"
W: 15"

planting zones

5a-10b

Delosperma basuticum 'White Nugget' plant details

Delosperma basuticum 'White Nugget' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green and pink foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma basuticum 'White Nugget'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and pink
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, fall color, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma basuticum 'White Nugget'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Masses of white (to pale-pink), yellow-eyed daisies cover this drought tolerant, deer-resistant groundcover (to 3" tall x 24" w) in spring; amazing in rock garden, container or dry garden. S/M-D/GDr PP015793

By: Forestfarm

Succulent, drought tolerant, evergreen groundcover from South Africa, to only 3" tall and spreading to 15" or so, with fat, rounded, shiny green leaves that have a reddish tinge in the fall. In spring, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow eyes cover the plant. Likes sun to part shade, lean soil that drains well, and very little summer water. Frost hardy to - 20F, USDA zone 5.