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Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose Ice Plant
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Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose is a great choice for hot, sunny spots where you want bright color but do not want a thirsty plant. The rose-pink flowers have a cheerful, almost jewel-like look, and the succulent foliage helps it handle dry conditions once it is established. I especially like it spilling over rocks, edging sunny beds, or filling containers with excellent drainage, where the color can shine and the plant can stay low and tidy.
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Pink Succulent Ground Cover for Hot, Sunny Gardens
Bright rose-pink flowers with long-lasting color.
Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose produces a carpet of vivid rose to lilac-pink, daisy-like flowers that can bloom from late spring through summer and into fall in favorable conditions. The flowers sit above fleshy succulent foliage, creating a colorful ground-hugging display that looks especially bright in full sun. Use it where homeowners want a low-growing perennial that delivers more flower power than a typical ground cover, while staying compact, tidy, and easy to manage.
A drought-tolerant ground cover for dry spaces.
This hardy ice plant is built for sunny, well-drained locations where low-water performance matters. Once established, its succulent foliage stores moisture and helps the plant handle heat, dry soil, sandy beds, gravel gardens, and other challenging spots where thirstier perennials may struggle. It is a strong choice for rock gardens, xeriscape-style plantings, curbside beds, dry borders, and sunny slopes where homeowners want color without constant watering.
Perfect for rock gardens, walls, slopes, and containers.
Jewel of the Desert Rose Ice Plant forms a low mat that can spill gently over edges, soften stonework, and fill small pockets between rocks or along pathways. Its spreading habit makes it useful for erosion-prone sunny slopes, raised beds, retaining walls, and hot patio containers with excellent drainage. In pots, troughs, and mixed succulent-style planters, it provides bright seasonal color and attractive texture without requiring a large root space.
Deer-resistant color with pollinator appeal.
Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose is considered deer resistant, making it a practical ground cover for sunny landscapes where browsing pressure can be frustrating. The open flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding wildlife value to a plant that is already highly useful for low-water gardens. It is a good fit for homeowners who want a tough, colorful perennial that supports pollinators while reducing watering and maintenance needs.
Low maintenance when drainage is right.
This ice plant is easy to grow when planted in full sun and sharply drained soil, but it does not like soggy conditions. Sandy, gravelly, average, or cactus-style soils are all useful as long as water moves away from the crown quickly. Avoid heavy wet clay, overwatering, and winter-wet locations; with the right drainage, Jewel of the Desert Rose rewards the garden with months of bright color and a clean, mat-forming habit.
| Hardiness Zone: | 5-10 |
|---|---|
| Mature Height: | 4 to 6 Inches |
| Mature Width: | 12 to 24 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well-drained soil; performs well in sandy, gravelly, rocky, average, or lean soil |
| Water | Water regularly after planting; drought tolerant once established and prefers to dry slightly between waterings |
| Bloom Time / Color | Late spring to early fall; rose-pink, lilac-pink, or lilac-and-white daisy-like flowers |
| Foliage: | Evergreen to semi-evergreen in mild climates; Fleshy green to blue-green succulent foliage |
| Ornamental Feature | Bright daisy-like flowers, succulent foliage, low mat-forming habit, long bloom season, spreading ground cover |
| Wildlife Value | Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators |
| Resistance | Deer resistant, drought tolerant once established, heat tolerant, dry-soil tolerant, and generally low maintenance |
| Landscape Uses | Rock gardens, sunny borders, dry slopes, xeriscapes, edging, containers, retaining walls, gravel gardens, mass plantings, pollinator gardens, and low-water landscapes |
How to Care for Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose Ice Plant
aBe sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose plant for years to come!
How should I plant Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose Ice Plant?
Plant Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose in full sun with sharply drained soil. Sandy, gravelly, rocky, average, or cactus-style soil works well, but heavy wet clay should be improved or avoided because ice plants are sensitive to soggy conditions. Dig a shallow hole just wide enough for the root ball and set the crown level with the surrounding soil. Backfill gently, water lightly to settle the plant, and space plants about 12 to 18 inches apart so they have room to form a low spreading mat.
How often should I water Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose after planting?
Water Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose regularly during the first growing season while the roots establish, but do not keep the soil constantly wet. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to reduce the risk of crown or root rot. Once established, this ice plant is drought tolerant and usually needs very little supplemental water in the ground. In containers, water when the potting mix has dried down, and always use a container with drainage holes.
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When should I fertilize Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose?
Fertilize Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose lightly in spring if growth appears weak or the soil is extremely poor. A small amount of compost, a low-rate balanced slow-release fertilizer, or a cactus/succulent fertilizer is usually enough. Avoid heavy feeding, especially with high-nitrogen fertilizer, because overly rich conditions can encourage soft growth and fewer flowers. This plant generally performs best in lean, well-drained soil with plenty of sun.
When and how should I prune Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose?
Delosperma Jewel of the Desert Rose is a great choice for hot, sunny spots where you want bright color but do not want a thirsty plant. The rose-pink flowers have a cheerful, almost jewel-like appearance, and the succulent foliage helps it withstand dry conditions once established. I especially like it spilling over rocks, edging sunny beds, or filling containers with excellent drainage, where the color can shine and the plant can stay low and tidy.
