Ice Plant 'Jewel of the Desert Amethyst' (Delosperma cooperi 'Jewel of the Desert(R) Amethyst') is a compact, mat-forming succulent groundcover prized for its vivid purple, daisy-like flowers and tidy habit. In bloom from summer into fall, it brightens rock gardens, borders, and sunny slopes while staying just 4-6 inches tall with a neat spread around 8-12 inches.

For best performance, plant it where you can give it full sun and excellent drainage. Sandy or rocky soils are ideal, and raised beds or gravelly pockets help keep the crown dry. Space plants so they can knit together without crowding, and avoid heavy, wet soils that hold water in winter.

Once established, you will appreciate how little water it needs. Water deeply to establish, then let the soil dry between soakings. This ice plant is a great choice for dry gardens and low-maintenance plantings, and it can also handle some salt exposure in coastal or roadside settings.

In USDA Zones 6-9, winter survival improves when the site drains quickly and stays on the dry side. Shear lightly after flowering or in early spring to refresh the mat and encourage dense growth. Keep mulch away from the crown, and skip rich fertilizers that can reduce flowering.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 6-9 (-10 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun
• Mature height: 4-6"
• Spread: 8-12"
• Tolerant of: Drought, Salt
• Good for borders & edging: Yes
• Spreads by creeping: Yes
• Long bloom time: Yes

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