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    Delosperma britteniae

    Also Known As

    • Ice Plant

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent, groundcover

    size

    • H: 2"
    • W: 15"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Delosperma britteniae plant details

    Delosperma britteniae is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma britteniae

    Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
    Plant family: aizoaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 15 IN wide, 2 IN tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma britteniae

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Slow growing with hard mounds of congested angled foliage flowers are yellow, britteniae is one of the best at least in terms of foliage.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Delosperma britteniae plant

    How to Grow Delosperma britteniae

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in winter

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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