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Delosperma 'John Proffit' (Ice plant)



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Delosperma 'John Proffit' del-oh-SPER-mah Common Name: Ice plant Genus: Delosperma
Covering itself with glowing fuchsia daisy-like flowers with many narrow petals, 'John Proffit' makes a beautiful groundcover or container plant. The succulent foliage looks like it has small pieces of ice on it (hence the name "ice plant') and is evergreen in warmer climates. Growing to only a few inches tall, it can spread almost 2 feet wide. It blooms from late spring to early fall.  
 Noteworthy characteristics: May be hardy to Zone 4. Succulent foliage and very bright pink-fuschia flowers for weeks in late spring, summer, and early fall. Evergreen in warm climates.
 Care: Site in full sun and average, very well-drained soil that is dry or moderately moist. Grows best in a sandy soil that is on the dry side. Do not overwater.
 Propagation: Start seeds indoors at 70°F or take stem cuttings, both in spring or summer.
 Problems: Watch out for aphids and mealybugs. Wet soils can be fatal.
Height Less than 6 in.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Spreads
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Showy Flowers
Bloom Time Early Fall; Early Summer; Fall; Late Spring; Late Summer; Spring; Summer
Flower Color Pink Flower
Uses Container, Ground Covers
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest, Summer Interest
Type Cacti and Succulents

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