Delosperma 'Fire spinner'

Ice Plant 'Fire spinner'

'Fire spinner' produces masses of multi-coloured flowers. It is a dwarf perennial plant which is mat forming. It grows to 10–15 cm tall, with fleshy leaves and a trailing stem. Unlike many ice plants, this species is hardy to -20F. The leaves turn red in cold winter temperatures. A useful groundcover and the trailing stems also make it suitable for flowerpots and walls.

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plant Features

Full sun
Very little water
Full Frost Hardy: 5F (-15°C)
Light and free draining

plant information

Common name

Ice Plant 'Fire spinner'

Latin name

Delosperma 'Fire spinner'

type

Perennial succulent

family

Aizoaceae

ph

5.0 - 8.0 Acid - Neutral

Light

Full sun
Frost

Full Frost Hardy: 5F (-15°C)

Soil

Light and free draining
Water

Very little water

Plant & bloom calendar

Best time to plant

full grown dimensions

0.50 M 0.15 M

Delosperma 'Fire spinner'

Planting young plants

From Early Spring TO Early Spring

Because ice plants are succulents, they do not tolerate wet soil, though they do well in poor soils. In fact, wet soil, especially during the winter months, is likely to kill the plants. In areas where the soil stays consistently dry, this plant can become invasive, so it is best to take this into consideration when planting it. Ice plants prefer full sun but can tolerate some light shade in the garden.

Propagation

From Early Spring TO Mid Autumn

The ice plant can be propagated by division, cuttings or seeds. If propagating by division, it is best to divide the plants in the spring. Cuttings can be taken anytime in the spring, summer or autumn. When grown by seeds, scatter the seeds on the surface of the soil and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate.

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