Delosperma A — Matforming

Overview

Delosperma A is a matforming succulent in the genus Delosperma, part of the Aizoaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Delosperma A grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, gravel garden, patio and container plants, mediterranean climate plants, banks and slopes and ground cover.

About

Delosperma A is a matforming succulent cultivar of the Delosperma genus, known for its low-growing habit and evergreen, smooth succulent foliage. This plant thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for use in city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, gravel gardens, patios, containers, and as ground cover on banks and slopes. Delosperma A is best propagated by stem cuttings in spring or summer and offers seasonal interest during spring and summer.

About the genus

Delosperma is a genus of around 170 species of succulent plants, formerly included in Mesembryanthemum in the family Aizoaceae. It was defined by English botanist N.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Delosperma

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Delosperma A size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Succulent
Habit: Matforming
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Banks and slopes, Ground cover