Eye Candy Ice Plant
Delosperma cooperi 'Eye Candy' PPAF
SKU
30061
As long as the sun is out, this sturdy little perennial will shine with season long color. Fleshy green foliage topped with small, colorful blooms creates a tight, weed-smothering mat. Non-invasive. Adaptable, drought tolerant plants thrive with little care once established. Perfect for container or rock garden.
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Full sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
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| Botanical Pronunciation | del-oh-SPUR-muh koo-PER-ee |
|---|---|
| Lore | Unlike species of iceplants (such as Carpobrutus) which have been identified as invasive in some states, Delosperma cooperi is a beautiful, non-invasive alternative. |
| Average Size at Maturity | 2-4" H x 12-18" W |
| Bloom Time | Spring through Fall |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Rustic |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Green Roof, Green Wall, Mass Planting, Rock Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Tolerates Poor Soils, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering |
| Key Feature | Waterwise |
Provide average to lean, well-drained soil. Check water often until established. Once established, water deeply and infrequently during the summer months. Avoid excessive winter moisture. Benefits from a gravel mulch.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 7 - 10
Your climate may be too cold for this plant