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Perennial ice plant (Delosperma) – flowering ground cover in a mix of colours – 7 cm pot – height 10–12 cm

Perennial ice plant (Delosperma) – flowering ground cover in a mix of colours – 7 cm pot – height 10–12 cm

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Diamètre : 7 cm · Hauteur : 10–12 cm
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Perennial Ice Plant: a carpet of vibrant flowers for your sunny spaces

Perennial Ice Plant (Delosperma) is a spreading ground cover with a profusion of flowers in yellow, purple, red and bright pink. Its rapid growth and evergreen foliage make it a must-have for covering rock gardens, low walls, dry borders or sun-exposed slopes, with varieties depending on the selected assortment.

  • Flowering: abundant and long-lasting, from spring through autumn, in a mix of yellow, purple, red and pink shades
  • Foliage: evergreen, fleshy and bright green, forming a dense, compact carpet about 10 cm high
  • Exposure: full sun is essential; ideal for the hottest, sunniest spots in the garden
  • Hardiness: semi-hardy; protect it during prolonged frosts, as it cannot withstand harsh winters without protection
  • Uses: ground cover for rock gardens, slopes, dry stone walls, borders and planters in full sun
  • Packaging: 1 plant per 7 cm pot, 10–12 cm tall, available according to the selected assortment

Sourced directly from the grower, your Perennial Ice Plant will arrive in excellent condition, ready to fill your dry, sunny spaces from its very first season.

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Perennial ice plant (Delosperma) – flowering ground cover in a mix of colours – 7 cm pot – height 10–12 cm

Propriétés des plantes

Perennial ice plant (Delosperma)


Exposition
Sun
Eau
Weak
Difficulté de culture
Easy
Toxicité animaux
Non-toxic
Rusticité
Down to -10 °C
Hauteur à maturité
10 to 15 cm
Sol
Poor, dry, well-drained
Distance de plantation
About 30 cm
Plante à protéger du gel
Yes
Type de climat
Mediterranean
Mois de floraison
June to September
Feuillage
Persistent
Parfumé
No
Mellifère
Yes
Usage
Rockery, ground cover, embankment, retaining wall, pot
Destination
Open ground / Pot

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Everything You Need to Know About Perennial ice plant (Delosperma) – flowering ground cover in a mix of colours – 7 cm pot – height 10–12 cm

Does perennial purslane tolerate frost in the ground?

The perennial snapdragon (Delosperma) is considered semi-hardy: it can withstand light, temporary frosts, but is not suited to harsh winters with prolonged sub-zero temperatures. In mild climates (coastal areas, the Mediterranean basin, Brittany), it can be maintained outdoors with a few precautions. In regions with cold winters, it is essential to protect the base with well-draining mulch or a winter fleece, and above all to ensure that the soil remains well-drained, as standing moisture in winter is more fatal than the cold alone.

What is the blooming period of the perennial purslane?

The hardy purslane (Delosperma) offers an exceptionally long flowering period, which generally extends from spring until the first frosts of autumn, often from May to October depending on the region. Its daisy-like flowers with thin, shiny petals open in the sunlight and close at night or in overcast weather, a typical behavior of plants in the Aizoaceae family. The colors in the mix include bright yellow, purple, pink, and red, offering a highly decorative "patchwork" effect.

How to use perennial purslane as ground cover?

The hardy purslane (Delosperma) is one of the best ground covers for sunny, dry areas. Its rapid growth and trailing habit allow it to quickly cover the ground, forming a dense mat about 10 cm high that effectively suppresses weed growth. It is ideally suited for rock gardens, slopes, path edges, at the foot of a south-facing wall, or in deep planters in full sun.

What type of soil should perennial purslane be planted in?

The hardy purslane (Delosperma) is a plant of arid and rocky environments, adapted to poor, dry, and very well-drained soils. It thrives in sandy, gravelly, or stony soils, slightly acidic to neutral, and perfectly tolerates poor soils where other perennials would struggle. On the other hand, it suffers in heavy, clay, or compact soils that retain moisture: root rot is its main enemy, especially in winter.

Is perennial purslane suitable for patio planters and pots?

Yes, the Perennial Portulaca (Delosperma) is perfectly suited for growing in window boxes, pots, or planters on terraces or balconies, provided it receives full sun. Choose a container with large drainage holes and fill it with a substrate mixed with cactus potting soil or a soil-and-gravel mix to ensure excellent drainage. In a pot, watering management is even more important than in the ground: let the substrate dry out between waterings.

Can perennial purslane be planted with other plants?

Perennial purslane (Delosperma) pairs harmoniously with all plants sharing its requirements for dry soil and sunny exposure. In rock gardens, it goes very well with sedums, spurges, creeping thyme, or rock cresses. In beds, it ideally accompanies lavender cottons, cistuses, or snapdragons to create low-maintenance scenes. Its bright colors in a mix create a beautiful contrast with the silvery foliage of wormwood or yarrow.

How to care for perennial purslane in winter?

In winter, the main priority for the Perennial Portulaca (Delosperma) is to avoid excess moisture around the roots, which is far more damaging than moderate cold. Stop watering completely in autumn and ensure that the soil or growing medium drains perfectly. In cold regions, protect the base with a thick layer of gravel or pumice, or with a light winter fleece during frosts. In pots, move the containers under a veranda, into a light garden shed, or against a south-facing wall.

Delosperma mix, aussi appelé pourpier vivace, en pot avec de jolies fleurs colorées sur une terrasse moderne.

The essentials about Perennial ice plant (Delosperma) – flowering ground cover in a mix of colours – 7 cm pot – height 10–12 cm

Perennial ice plant (Delosperma): characteristics and benefits of an exceptional ground cover

The perennial ice plant (Delosperma) is a spreading perennial native to the arid regions of South Africa, belonging to the Aizoaceae family. Its fleshy, bright green, evergreen foliage forms a dense carpet that covers the ground with efficiency and elegance. The exceptionally generous flowering comes in a mix of yellow, purple, pink, and red shades, illuminating dry spaces throughout the warm season. Its rapid growth and adaptation to poor, well-drained soils make it one of the flowering ground covers most effective for sunny gardens.

Where to plant the perennial ice plant? Exposure and hardiness

The perennial ice plant requires full sun to express its full decorative potential. Ideally planted on a stony slope, in a rock garden, along the edge of a mineral path, or at the foot of a heat-exposed wall, it should face south or southwest. It is a semi-hardy plant: it tolerates light frosts but must be protected during periods of intense cold. To discover other plants suited to bright exposures, explore our selection of garden plants for full sun.

How to care for the perennial ice plant?

  • Soil: poor to medium, sandy or stony, and crucially well-drained; avoid heavy, clay soils that retain moisture.
  • Watering: moderate at planting, then very sparingly once the plant is established; allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
  • Pruning: prune lightly in March to stimulate new growth and in September to maintain a compact habit; remove faded flowers regularly to prolong flowering.
  • Exposure: full sun is essential, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day; in the shade, the plant becomes leggy and does not flower.

Perennial ice plant in the garden: flowering, foliage, and combinations

The perennial ice plant offers prolonged ornamental interest over several seasons. In spring, the first flowers appear as soon as temperatures rise, immediately brightening up rock gardens and borders. In summer, the flowering reaches its peak: the colorful carpet in a mix of yellow, purple, pink, and red creates a spectacular visual effect, enhanced by the sun's sparkle on the shiny petals. In autumn, the flowering continues until the first cold weather, and the evergreen foliage ensures a green presence even after the flowers have faded.

Buy the perennial ice plant at Plant and Stories

Each perennial ice plant is supplied in a 7 cm pot, at a height of 10–12 cm, ready to be planted upon delivery. Available in packs according to the size chosen, this packaging is ideal for quickly covering an area and creating a long-lasting ground cover effect. Add the perennial ice plant to your basket now and give your dry, sunny spaces an irresistible carpet of colour.

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