Jewel of the Desert Topaz fire spinner ice plant
Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Topaz'
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 Topaz' fire spinner ice plant (Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Topaz') is a succulent for rock gardens, containers, borders, and ground cover. 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 stays evergreen and tolerates drought. Bees and butterflies visit its blooms in spring, summer, and autumn. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with Gold dust, Elijah Blue blue fescue, and White Delight moss phlox.