Jewel of the Desert Grenade fire spinner ice plant

Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Grenade'

SucculentAizoaceae

Jewel of the Desert Grenade fire spinner ice plant
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantEvergreen
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

BorderContainerGround coverLow maintenanceRock gardenXeriscape

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Jewel of the Desert Grenade' fire spinner ice plant (Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Grenade') is a succulent for rock gardens, ground cover, 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. Deer tend to pass it by. It is evergreen and tolerates drought, so it needs little care. Bees and butterflies visit the blooms in spring, summer, and autumn.

Pairs well with White Delight moss phlox, Gold dust, and Elijah Blue blue fescue.