Height:

2.0-4.0 Inches

Spread:

20.0-24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5B,6,7,8,9,10

Flower Color:

Red shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Spring Early Summer

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Modern Rock Garden

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Drought Tolerant Ground Cover

Origin:

Not Native to North America

This plant grows best in well-drained, gravelly soil that is not wet in winter. Planting it on a slope will help provide these conditions. Due to its succulent nature, Ice Plant is very drought tolerant. Grow it in a hot, sunny location.

Growing Temperature:

65-70° F

Holding Temperature:

50-60° F

Soil PH:

6.0-6.5

EC (What is EC?):

2.0-3.0 pour through method

Fertility:

Moderate feed with 75-125 ppm N at each watering.

For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.

Vernalization:

Provide 8-10 weeks of temperature below 45° F for best flower display.

Pests & Diseases:

Avoid overwatering as this may lead to crown and root rot.

Potting & Timing:

Plant small plugs in quarts or trade 1 gallon containers in spring or large plugs in premium 1 gallon containers for a quick turn crop.
Shallow pots can be used for this groundcover type plant.

Moisture:

Moderate moisture while establishing. You can allow Delosperma to dry down slighlty once established.
Avoid excessive moisture.

Planting Level:

Top of plug level with soil line.

Lighting:

Long days promote flowering. High light levels are required. Flowers open and close with the amount of sunlight they receive.

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