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Delosperma herbeum

Family Aizoaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Delosperma herbeum (white ice plant) bears white flowers during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics Delosperma herbeum attracts butterflies to your garden. Delosperma herbeum tolerates drought and light foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Delosperma herbeum (white ice plant) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.