Jewel of Desert Sunstone Ice Plant
Delosperma cooperi 'Sunstone' PPAF
Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- 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
| Botanical Pronunciation | del-oh-SPUR-muh koo-PER-ee |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Forms a tight mat, 4-6 in. tall, 15-20 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring through Fall |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| 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, Waterwise |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Sedum (Sedum); Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Basket of Gold (Aurinia); Blue Fescue (Festuca) |
Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils; best in drier, less humid climates. Water regularly the first season to establish the root system; less often once established. Diminish watering in the fall to allow hardening off in cold winter zones; in warmer winter areas irrigate occasionally in absence of rainfall. Fertilize sparingly in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant