Mesa Verde Iceplant
Mesa Verde iceplant is a succulent groundcover known for its striking salmon-pink flowers. It forms a low-growing mat of fleshy, light green leaves that thrive in sunny, dry conditions. The flowers have an iridescent, almost metallic quality, with light yellow centers.
This plant is an excellent choice for those seeking a drought-tolerant option that remains compact, growing no wider than 12-18 inches. Its unique flower color adds a distinctive color to any garden.
Mesa Verde Iceplant
Mesa Verde iceplant is a succulent groundcover known for its striking salmon-pink flowers. It forms a low-growing mat of fleshy, light green leaves that thrive in sunny, dry conditions. The flowers have an iridescent, almost metallic quality, with light yellow centers.
This plant is an excellent choice for those seeking a drought-tolerant option that remains compact, growing no wider than 12-18 inches. Its unique flower color adds a distinctive color to any garden.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Delosperma 'Kelaidis'
Pronunciation
del-oh-SPUR-muh
Mature Height
2 to 4 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 18 in.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
iridescent salmon-pink
Bloom time
early summer to fall
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
South Africa
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,000 ft.
Performance
Mesa Verde iceplant has been a good performer at the Water Wise Demostration Garden. The leaves are lighter green and it doesn't spread as vigorously as Table Mountain iceplant. There are several long-lived patches that have survived many winters, including one that is planted in wood chip mulch.
Maintenance
No maintenance is required, except raking debris off the plant as needed.