New Garden Plants Delosperma Ice Plant
Best low maintenance ground cover for sunny rock gardens.
A high-performance groundcover that delivers continuous, neon-bright blooms from spring until frost. It thrives in hot, dry conditions with minimal maintenance, making it an ideal choice for sunny rock gardens or containers.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting color with minimal deadheading effort
- Homeowners in arid climates or those practicing water-wise xeriscaping
- Busy landscapers needing a resilient, self-sufficient flowering carpet
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with wet, poorly draining yards or high rainfall
- Property owners with primarily shaded or north-facing garden beds
- Northern growers in humid regions with slushy winter conditions
Performance breakdown
Drought Resilience
Thrives in arid conditions where other perennials would simply wither.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent, vibrant color from early spring until the first frost.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal attention once established, making it perfect for hands-off gardeners.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws butterflies and beneficial insects to your garden space.
Growth Habit
Forms a dense, tidy mat that effectively suppresses unwanted weed growth.
Pest Resistance
Deer tend to ignore this foliage, saving you from constant monitoring.
Key Specs
Size
Short - less than 12 inches
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Summer
Soil Moisture
Moderate, Dry
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-9
Mature Height
4-6 inches
Mature Spread
8-10 inches
Plant Type
Perennial, Succulent
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
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