Overview
Delosperma napiforme is a matforming succulent in the genus Delosperma, part of the Aizoaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Delosperma napiforme 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 napiforme is a succulent cultivar within the Delosperma genus, known for its low-growing, matforming habit and evergreen, smooth foliage. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soil that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for various garden settings such as city courtyards, coastal areas, gravel gardens, and patios, it is hardy to UK zone H4. Delosperma napiforme is particularly attractive in spring and summer and can be propagated by stem cuttings during these seasons.
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 napiforme 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 napiforme
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings in spring or summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Delosperma napiforme?
Delosperma napiforme prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Delosperma napiforme need?
Delosperma napiforme grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Delosperma napiforme hardy in the UK?
Delosperma napiforme has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Delosperma napiforme?
Stem cuttings in spring or summer.
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- Delosperma herbeum
- Delosperma lehmannii
- Delosperma steytlerae
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