Photo of Delosperma lehmannii flower by Karl Gercens III

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Delosperma lehmannii

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 20"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Delosperma lehmannii plant details

Delosperma lehmannii is a semi-evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma lehmannii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: floriferous, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma lehmannii

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tender. Fat gray angular leaves wit yellow flowers
This unique Iceplant has chunky fleshy blue green leaves adorning red tinted stems. Pale yellow composite blossoms appear in summer. It can be a tad thirstier than other ice plants. When it needs watering the leaves get crinkled like elephant skin. 6" high with a sprawling habit.

Gardening facts about Delosperma lehmannii plant

How to Grow Delosperma lehmannii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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