Strong Red Ice Plant
Delosperma 'Strong Red'
SKU
02087
Stunning red daisy-like flowers make an impressive display against fleshy, bright green foliage. An exceptional plant for dry, poor soils, this vigorous succulent spreads quickly, forming a dense mat. Makes an ideal groundcover or edging plant. Evergreen.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | del-oh-SPUR-muh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Grows 4 to 6 in. tall and 18 to 24 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring to Early Fall |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Mediterranean, Rustic, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Green Roof, Green Wall, Rock Garden, Ground Cover |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
Prefers well drained, unimproved soils. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Do not over fertilize.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 7-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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