Purple Iceplant
Purple iceplant was one of the first iceplants used widely in landscaping. It is a groundcover with round, succulent-type leaves. In summer, the leaves are light grey-green while in winter they turn reddish-purple.
The daisy-like flowers are a very bright violet purple. They cover the plant in early summer, with lesser blooms throughout the summer. Has become less popular since Table Mountain iceplant was introduced, which is more vigorous than this variety.
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Purple Iceplant
Purple iceplant was one of the first iceplants used widely in landscaping. It is a groundcover with round, succulent-type leaves. In summer, the leaves are light grey-green while in winter they turn reddish-purple.
The daisy-like flowers are a very bright violet purple. They cover the plant in early summer, with lesser blooms throughout the summer. Has become less popular since Table Mountain iceplant was introduced, which is more vigorous than this variety.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Delosperma cooperi
Pronunciation
del-oh-SPUR-muh koo-PER-ee
Mature Height
2 to 4 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 18 in.
Water usage
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
violet purple
Bloom time
summer to fall
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
South Africa
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 5-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,000 ft.
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