Overview

Delosperma cooperi Ice Cream Purple (Ice Cream Series) is a matforming succulent in the genus Delosperma, part of the Aizoaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Delosperma cooperi Ice Cream Purple (Ice Cream Series) 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 cooperi, the trailing iceplant, hardy iceplant or pink carpet, is a dwarf perennial plant native to South Africa. It forms a dense lawn with abundant, long-lasting flowers.

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 cooperi Ice Cream Purple (Ice Cream Series) 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

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Delosperma cooperi Ice Cream Purple (Ice Cream Series)

Propagation

Stem cuttings in spring or summer

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

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