Ice Plant Seeds (Delosperma cooperi) – Drought-tolerant succulent groundcover with neon blooms; thrives in sunny, well-drained spaces.

Minimum: 200+ Seeds

Transform your garden into a vibrant, low-maintenance paradise with Ice Plant (Delosperma cooperi), a stunning succulent groundcover that bursts into neon-pink, magenta, or purple blooms under full sun. Perfect for home gardeners, rock garden enthusiasts, xeriscaping fans, and pollinator advocates, this hardy perennial offers year-round texture and seasonal brilliance. Its trailing habit and succulent foliage make it perfect for slopes, borders, rock gardens, and containers, adding color and life even in hot, dry conditions.

🌿 Plant Description
Ice Plant forms a dense mat of fleshy, evergreen leaves, typically spreading 12–18 inches wide and standing 4–6 inches tall, creating a lush, low-growing carpet. From late spring into early summer, it produces dazzling neon blooms that open in full sun and close at night or during overcast days, giving a dynamic, sparkling display that looks almost artificial in its brilliance. This succulent groundcover is highly heat- and drought-tolerant, making it a reliable choice for dry climates, poor soils, or sunny spots where other flowers struggle.

Its neon flowers are not just beautiful, they attract pollinators including bees and butterflies, helping support local ecosystems. Ice Plant’s succulent leaves store water, allowing it to thrive in rock gardens, slopes, and raised beds, reducing maintenance while still delivering dramatic visual appeal.

💡 Growing Tips & Care
Ice Plant is remarkably easy to grow from seed when given the right conditions:

• Sowing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors in spring once soil has warmed.

• Light: Full sun is essential for optimal flowering; partial shade may reduce bloom intensity.

• Soil: Well-draining, sandy or rocky soil; avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas.

• Watering: Minimal watering once established; water young seedlings lightly until they take root.

• Spacing: Sow or thin to 8–12 inches apart for a lush groundcover effect.

• Temperature: Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9; protects from frost with mulch in cooler climates.

• Maintenance: Trim back after flowering to encourage fresh growth and maintain shape.

This succulent adapts beautifully to containers, rockeries, or as a colorful edging plant, offering flexibility for both ornamental and practical landscaping designs.

🌸 Uses & Benefits

• Groundcover & Erosion Control: Its dense growth stabilizes soil on slopes and prevents erosion.

• Rock Gardens & Borders: Perfect for sunny, well-drained areas with limited water.

• Pollinator-Friendly: Vibrant blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

• Container Gardening: Spreads and trails over the edges for a dramatic effect.

• Drought-Tolerant Landscaping: Ideal for xeriscaping and water-wise gardens.

🌍 Unique Traits & Cultural Notes
Native to South Africa, Ice Plant has long been valued for its resilience and striking flowers, thriving where most other plants fail. Its succulent leaves store water and its flowers sparkle under bright sun, giving a “living jewel” effect that has made it a favorite among rock gardeners and pollinator-friendly landscape designers alike. Modern gardeners prize this plant for its combination of durability, neon-colored blooms, and low-maintenance habits, making it a forgotten gem revitalized for contemporary gardens.

🌱 Plant Details
Scientific Name: Delosperma cooperi
Common Name: Ice Plant
Plant Type: Perennial, succulent groundcover
Height: 4–6 inches
Spread: 12–18 inches
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, sandy or rocky
Water: Minimal; drought-tolerant
Temperature: Hardy in zones 5–9
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Flower Color: Neon pink, magenta, or purple
Uses: Rock gardens, borders, slopes, containers, pollinator gardens, xeriscaping

✨ Why You’ll Love It
Ice Plant is more than just a flower, it’s a statement of color and resilience. Imagine a sun-drenched slope or container spilling with vivid neon blooms that require minimal care and attract pollinators naturally. Whether you’re building a rock garden, brightening a border, or creating a drought-resistant landscape, these seeds give you the tools to craft a living, blooming masterpiece that will captivate and endure. Plant Ice Plant seeds today and enjoy a splash of neon color, year-round greenery, and effortless beauty in your garden. 🌿🌸☀️