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Drosanthemum hispidum

Also Known As

  • Hairy Dewflower
  • Purple Ice Plant
  • Rosea Ice Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Drosanthemum hispidum plant details

Drosanthemum hispidum is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Drosanthemum hispidum

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, trough garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Drosanthemum hispidum

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the most exciting new plant introductions, like a miniature Delosperma cooperi, perfect for troughs, should be fairly hardy if kept dry. We donated a few of these to the local rock garden society sale and they were scarfed up immediately. Everyone who has seen it wants it, it blooms continuously, absolutely amazing. ZONE 6

Gardening facts about Drosanthemum hispidum plant

How to Grow Drosanthemum hispidum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • fuzzy
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