About
A mat-forming evergreen succulent to 10cm tall with fleshy, blue-green leaves. Thrives in full sun on poor soil. From summer to autumn it bears a profusion of daisy-like flowers to 5cm across; the petals are red with a yellow eye.
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 typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitMatforming
FoliageSemi evergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Sub-tropical
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a sharply drained soil in full sun. Provide winter protection in very cold areas
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free