High Country Gardens
Ice Plant Collection (Delosperma)
Best low-maintenance choice for waterwise gardeners seeking vibrant, year-round color.
Brighten your landscape with this vibrant Ice Plant Collection, featuring four exclusive Delosperma cultivars. These drought-tolerant, evergreen succulents offer a stunning display of shimmering flowers and attractive foliage, perfect for waterwise gardens. Ideal for rock gardens and xeriscaping, they thrive in full sun and require fast-draining soil. This collection is cold-hardy and resistant to deer, rabbits, and squirrels, making it a low-maintenance, visually appealing choice for various regions. Enjoy year-round interest with minimal care.
$25.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 2989
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-8%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
58
/ USDA -
Who it's for
- Gardeners managing water-restricted landscapes or arid climates
- Homeowners seeking long-lasting, high-impact floral color
- Cold-climate gardeners wanting reliable perennial succulent coverage
Who should skip it
- Minimalist gardeners wanting low-maintenance, non-spreading plants
- Gardeners working with heavy clay or poorly draining soil
- People living in regions with frequent cloudy weather
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental irrigation required.
Pest Resistance
Effectively deters common garden visitors like deer, rabbits, and squirrels.
Maintenance Effort
Requires very little attention once the plants are fully established.
Visual Impact
Delivers a vibrant, shimmering color display throughout the spring season.
Environmental Versatility
Excellent for rock gardens but demands specific, fast-draining soil conditions.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across USDA zones five through eight.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
USDA 5-8
Mature Height
2-4 inches
Coverage
Collection covers approximately 5 sq. ft.
Ships As
Potted Plant
Soil Requirement
Fast-draining soil essential
Origin
Seed-grown or cutting-grown
Non-GMO
No
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Features
- Provides a rainbow of color
- Exclusive, high-performing cultivars
- Excellent for waterwise gardening
- Year-round evergreen foliage
- Resistant to deer and rabbits
- Suitable for container planting
- Low maintenance once established
- Drought tolerant and cold hardy
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of this Ice Plant collection. Reviewers frequently note that the plants arrive healthy, well packaged, and establish quickly even in challenging, dry garden environments. The collection offers vibrant, long lasting color, confirming its reputation for hardiness and survival. This collection is a reliable choice for gardeners seeking low maintenance, high impact groundcover that thrives where others fail.
Know before you buy
Fast-draining soil is essential for Delosperma. If you have heavy clay soil, you must amend it with grit, sand, or gravel to ensure the roots do not sit in moisture, which can lead to rot.
Yes, these succulents perform well in containers as long as you use a high-quality, fast-draining potting mix designed for cacti or succulents. Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent water from pooling.
These plants require full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Without sufficient light, they will become leggy and produce significantly fewer flowers.
Yes, Delosperma is generally avoided by deer, rabbits, and squirrels due to its succulent texture and taste. While no plant is 100% immune to hungry wildlife, these are a reliable choice for gardens prone to animal browsing.
Ice plants are very low maintenance and do not require deadheading to continue blooming. You can lightly trim them back in the spring if they become overgrown or to encourage a tidier growth habit.
Yes, this collection features evergreen foliage that provides color and texture even during the winter months. They are cold-hardy in USDA zones 5-8, meaning they can withstand freezing temperatures while maintaining their groundcover structure.
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