Delosperma britteniae
Also Known As
- Ice Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 2"
- W: 15"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
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
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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aka Ice Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
6a-8b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 15"-20"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Delosperma 'Oberg', Oberg Iceplant, Osberg Ice Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Cooper's Hardy Ice Plant
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Beaufort West Ice Plant
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
6a-7b
Size
Height: 1"
Width: 8"
- sun
- occasional
- dry in summer
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