Monday, September 15, 2014

Perennial of the week - Purple Ice Plant


PERENNIAL OF THE WEEK

Purple Ice Plant, aka Delosperma cooperi



 
 
 
 
·         Prefers full sun with well drained soil


·         Light purple, daisy like flowers that bloom all summer long

·         A succulent ground cover that spreads 3-4’ and is 3” tall

·         Rounded, fleshy fingers of the foliage are about an inch long

·         The green summer color of the leaves may morph into darker colors as temperatures drop

USES

Can be used as a groundcover, looks great around boulders and gravel areas to provide a delicate and soft all summer color.  Perfect for rock gardens!