About
A variety of the slender Astelia from New Zealand, with very narrow, linear, silver-keeled leaves forming low, spreading clumps and small, pale greenish flowers followed by orange berries. A compact and graceful silver-leaved perennial for a cool, moist, sheltered border.
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 hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Wildlife gardens
Native toTemp S Africa
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a sharply drained soil in full sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free