About

Delosperma brunnthaleri is a small, branching shrub to around 40cm tall with succulent leaves and clusters of 3-7, bright pink-purple, daisy-like blooms, each up to 2cm across in summer.

About the genus

Delosperma are mat-forming perennials, or dwarf shrubs, with smooth, fleshy leaves. The daisy-like flowers are brightly coloured in shades of pink, purple, yellow, red, orange or white

Growing conditions

SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4

Plant details

Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesGravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Native toSouth Africa, E Cape

Care notes

CultivationGrows best in full sun in a very well-drained soil
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or by stem cuttings in spring or summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free