Delosperma macei
Also Known As
- Ice Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Delosperma macei plant details
Delosperma macei is an evergreen or semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma macei
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma macei
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Delosperma macei plant
How to Grow Delosperma macei
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Delosperma for your garden
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
aka Delosperma cooperi 'Mesa Verde', Delosperma Mesa Verde®, Mesa Verde® Ice Plant
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
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