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Delosperma echinatum

Spiny Iceplant

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Succulent groundcover with fleshy grey-green leaves and vibrant purple-pink daisy-like flowers. Drought-tolerant perennial ideal for rock gardens.
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Plant Details

Common Name Spiny Iceplant
Family Aizoaceae
Genus Delosperma
Species Echinatum
Origin South Africa
Blooming Spring to Summer, vibrant purple-pink daisy-like flowers open in sun
Leaf Color Grey-green fleshy leaves
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or gritty soil mix, cactus/succulent blend essential to prevent root rot

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Watering

Drought tolerant; allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce significantly in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best flowering and compact growth; leggy in shade, needs high light intensity

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Fertilization

Minimal feeding required; dilute succulent fertilizer monthly during active growing season (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Trim back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness; remove dead foliage promptly

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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