Overview
Delosperma orange-flowered is a matforming succulent in the genus Delosperma, part of the Aizoaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Delosperma orange-flowered grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, rock garden, mediterranean climate plants, coastal, gravel garden, low maintenance, banks and slopes and ground cover.
About
Delosperma orange-flowered is a matforming succulent cultivar within the Delosperma genus, known for its low-growing habit and smooth, evergreen foliage. This plant produces vibrant orange daisy-like flowers in spring and summer, thriving best in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels and is hardy to UK zone H4. Suitable for rock gardens, coastal areas, gravel gardens, and as ground cover, it is a low-maintenance choice that can be propagated by stem cuttings.
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 orange-flowered size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Succulent
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Coastal, Gravel garden, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Delosperma orange-flowered
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Delosperma orange-flowered?
Delosperma orange-flowered prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Delosperma orange-flowered need?
Delosperma orange-flowered grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Delosperma orange-flowered hardy in the UK?
Delosperma orange-flowered 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 orange-flowered?
Stem cuttings.
More in the Delosperma genus
- Delospermaice plant
- Delosperma A
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- Delosperma herbeum
- Delosperma lehmannii
- Delosperma napiforme
- Delosperma steytlerae
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