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Delosperma basuticum
Also Known As
- White-eyed Ice Plant
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 1"
- W: 8"
planting zones
- 4a-7b
Delosperma basuticum plant details
Delosperma basuticum is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. 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.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Delosperma basuticum
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 8 IN wide, 1 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Delosperma basuticum
- USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Delosperma basuticum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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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
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