Jewel of the Desert Garnet fire spinner ice plant
Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Garnet'
USDA zones5 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Jewel of the Desert Garnet' fire spinner ice plant (Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Garnet') is a succulent for rock gardens, borders, containers, and xeriscape. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. It is evergreen and drought tolerant, so it needs little care. Bees and butterflies visit its flowers in spring, summer, and autumn. Deer rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Candy Stripe moss phlox, Gold dust, and Elijah Blue blue fescue.