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Mesa Verde® Ice Plant
Delosperma hybrid 'Kelaidis'
Pronunciation: del-oh-SPUR-muh
SKU #05946
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water if very dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 3 to 6 in. tall, spreading 12 to 24 in. wide.
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| Description | A stunning display of salmon pink flowers against succulent, gray-green foliage from late spring until the first frost arrives. This award winning, vigorous, compact selection is hardy to 7,000 ft. An exceptional plant for poor, dry soils. Useful in rock gardens, as groundcover, or at border edges. Spreads quickly but not aggressively. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Sedum (Sedum); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Basket of Gold (Aurinia) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils; best in drier, less humid climates. Water regularly in first growing season; once established, reduce frequency. Diminish watering in the fall to allow hardening off in cold winter zones; in warmer winter areas irrigate occasionally, in absence of rainfall. Feed sparingly in spring. |
| History | This iridescent, salmon-pink-flowered sport appeared among plants of a dwarf, alpine form of Delosperma cooperi at Denver Botanic Gardens in 1997. |
| Lore | This selection is a 2002 Plant Select® winner. Plant Select® is a collaboration of Colorado State University, Denver Bonanic Gardens, and the green industry, helping gardeners and horticultural professionals transform the American landscape to a vibrancy inspired by our western regional landscape. |
Details
| Description | A stunning display of salmon pink flowers against succulent, gray-green foliage from late spring until the first frost arrives. This award winning, vigorous, compact selection is hardy to 7,000 ft. An exceptional plant for poor, dry soils. Useful in rock gardens, as groundcover, or at border edges. Spreads quickly but not aggressively. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Sedum (Sedum); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Basket of Gold (Aurinia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils; best in drier, less humid climates. Water regularly in first growing season; once established, reduce frequency. Diminish watering in the fall to allow hardening off in cold winter zones; in warmer winter areas irrigate occasionally, in absence of rainfall. Feed sparingly in spring. |
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History
| History | This iridescent, salmon-pink-flowered sport appeared among plants of a dwarf, alpine form of Delosperma cooperi at Denver Botanic Gardens in 1997. |
|---|---|
| Lore | This selection is a 2002 Plant Select® winner. Plant Select® is a collaboration of Colorado State University, Denver Bonanic Gardens, and the green industry, helping gardeners and horticultural professionals transform the American landscape to a vibrancy inspired by our western regional landscape. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Mesa Verde® Ice Plant produce flowers?
Late spring through fall
Is Mesa Verde® Ice Plant evergreen or deciduous?
Mesa Verde® Ice Plant is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Mesa Verde® Ice Plant?
Mesa Verde® Ice Plant is Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form.
Is Mesa Verde® Ice Plant resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Mesa Verde® Ice Plant grow?
Mesa Verde® Ice Plant has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Mesa Verde® Ice Plant in my landscape?
Mesa Verde® Ice Plant is suitable for: Border, Container, Poolside, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color are Mesa Verde® Ice Plant flowers?
Mesa Verde® Ice Plant produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Mesa Verde® Ice Plant?
Mesa Verde® Ice Plant has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Mesa Verde® Ice Plant?
Good companion plants for Mesa Verde® Ice Plant include: Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Sedum (Sedum); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Basket of Gold (Aurinia).
How do I care for Mesa Verde® Ice Plant?
Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils; best in drier, less humid climates. Water regularly in first growing season; once established, reduce frequency. Diminish watering in the fall to allow hardening off in cold winter zones; in warmer winter areas irrigate occasionally, in absence of rainfall. Feed sparingly in spring.
What is the history of Mesa Verde® Ice Plant?
This iridescent, salmon-pink-flowered sport appeared among plants of a dwarf, alpine form of Delosperma cooperi at Denver Botanic Gardens in 1997.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.