Delosperma sp. [large magenta]
Also Known As
- Delosperma sp. 'Large Magenta'
- Ice Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 6"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 8a-9b
Delosperma sp. [large magenta] plant details
Delosperma sp. [large magenta] is a semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer magenta flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma sp. [large magenta]
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, rock garden, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma sp. [large magenta]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Delosperma sp. [large magenta] plant
How to Grow Delosperma sp. [large magenta]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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
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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