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Delosperma sphalmanthoides var. sutherlandii
Also Known As
- Hardy Ice Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Delosperma sphalmanthoides var. sutherlandii plant details
Delosperma sphalmanthoides var. sutherlandii is a semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma sphalmanthoides var. sutherlandii
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, trough garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma sphalmanthoides var. sutherlandii
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Delosperma sphalmanthoides var. sutherlandii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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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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