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Delosperma cooperi [dwarf]

Also Known As

Cooper's Dwarf Ice Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 3"
W: 12"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Delosperma cooperi [dwarf] plant details

Delosperma cooperi [dwarf] is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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 average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma cooperi [dwarf]

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma cooperi [dwarf]

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Those are seed grown, so there will be some variation. Hot pink flowers, the leaves are more cylindrical than sutherlandii but otherwise it is similar, cooperi is one of the hardiest species surviving here on dry sites and flowering for months.